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Volume 24, Number 25 Thursday, June 26, 2008 Carl Sandburg’s Life in the Country by Barbara Stodola Carl Sandburg, Chicago’s famous poet, spent the most productive period of his life at his lakefront home in Harbert, Michigan. Neighbors walking along the beach in the 1930s could see him working in his rooftop studio, suntanned and white-haired, composing the Pulitzer Prize-winning biography of Abraham Lincoln. Late in the day he would go for a swim and sometimes, after sundown, he would visit the homes of friends and entertain them by reciting his poetry or playing his guitar. Sandburg loved Lake Michigan. He called it “the inland sea,” and often paid tribute to it in his poetry.

The sea is never still It pounds on the shore Restless as a young heart, Hunting…

Carl Sandburg, who collected folk-songs and published them in “American Songbag,” played the guitar for friends and public audiences. (Photo by Barry E. Madjerich)

In the early years of their marriage, Sandburg Sandburg was 67 years old and Paula thought it earned a meager living as a social activist. His wife was time to settle in a more temperate climate. She Paula, a former schoolteacher and U. of Chicago looked for property in the hills of North Carolina graduate, started raising chickens to augment the and found a 245-acre historic estate near the town family income. By 1926, when his writing career of Flat Rock, N.C., available for “the near-silly price” had earned enough to afford a summer vacation, of $45,000. A three-story house stood on a ridge the family rented a cottage at Tower Hill in Sawyer, above a small lake, ringed by low-lying mountains. Mich. Two years later they bought lots in Harbert, A previous owner had named it Connemara. The and Paula designed a three-story house with walls Sandburgs lived at Connemara until his death in of windows overlooking Lake Michigan, and super- 1968. Paula then sold the property to the National vised its construction. The Sandburgs lived there Park Service, which today offers tours of the home for 18 years. and its original furnishings. A turning point in their lives came in 1945, when Sandburg Continued on Page 2 THE Page 2 June 26, 2008

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Connemara, the Sandburgs’ last family home, is nestled between the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Smokies, near Flat Rock, North Carolina. (Photo by Patty Stodola) School children visiting Connemara head straight for the goat barn, where they can pet the kid goats being raised today by the park service. “Mrs. Sand- burg made a business of breeding goats,” the guide explains. “She became internationally recognized as a dairy goat breeder. Today we still have Toggen- Carl and Paula Sandburg with World Champion Toggenburg Jennifer, burgs (tan and white), Saanens (all white) and Nu- who produced 5,750 pounds of milk in one year, thus breaking a record for milk production. (Photo by John McKinney) bians (multi-colored with long, fl oppy ears.)” Paula Sandburg’s home offi ce was almost as large as her husband’s. He chose the top fl oor for his work space, just as he did at the Harbert home, to ensure peace and privacy away from the family’s farming activities.

Carl Sandburg and grandchildren Paula and John Carl are pictured with the prize-winning goat herd. Carl Sandburg at work in his third-fl oor study at Connemara. (File photo from Three Oaks Public Library) (Photo by June Glenn Jr.) THE June 26, 2008 Page 3 The house is still packed with books, even though worked extra-long hours to provide for the girls, thousands of Sandburg’s books, letters and original supposing they would spend their entire lives at the manuscripts were sold in the 1950s to the U. of Il- family home – which in fact they did. linois. The living room at Connemara has his guitar, Their youngest daughter, Helga, had dropped out a piano, comfortable chairs, and windows overlook- of college to marry Joe Thoman, a handyman at the ing the Smoky mountains. Although the house is Harbert homestead. A small cottage was built for large, it is simply furnished, refl ecting his Swedish them on the seven-lot property and Helga continued frugality. Knick-knack shelves hold shells and skip- living there, with her two small children, even af- ping stones collected on walks along the beach. ter her fi rst marriage had ended in divorce. In later years, she married Dr. George Crile of the Cleve- land Clinic, and pursued a career as a writer. Helga is still living in Cleveland. The Sandburg daughters performed secretarial duties for their father and helped run the farm that Paula had started in the unlikely location of Michi- gan duneland. During the Depression years, Paula raised vegetables on the sandy lakefront soil. In the summer of 1935, she put up more than 200 quarts of string beans, corn, spinach, broccoli and lima beans. She also raised ducks, geese, rabbits and chickens. When Helga wanted her to buy a cow, she decided instead on three goats, which she named Leona, Sophie and Felicia. A milk house, later converted into a cottage, was built near the road at Birchwood Beach. Lifelong residents still remember visiting the Sandburg farm, during their childhood, and pet- ting the kid goats.

The comfortable living room at Conne- mara still has Sandburg’s guitar, atop the piano, and walls of books. (Photo by Patty Stodola)

Knick-knack shelves fi lled with shells and skipping stones recall a life of walks along the beach. (Photo by Patty Stodola) When the Sandburgs moved from Michigan to North Carolina, their books and book-shelves went with them. (Photo by Patty Stodola) Members of the Sandburg household led vary- ing schedules, with someone always sleeping and someone else working. Farm chores began early in the morning, at which time Carl was going off to When the Sandburgs left Michigan for their new sleep. He worked until late in the night, sometimes home in North Carolina, their three adult daughters taking a break to join the neighbors for a drink of and two grandchildren moved with them. Margaret, Irish whiskey. Kay Wood, one of his Harbert friends, the eldest daughter, had been plagued in her youth later reminisced: “The last time I saw Carl was on by epileptic seizures and it was years before this con- New Year’s Eve. (1945) We were having the neigh- dition was brought under control. Janet, the middle borhood party that year. He came in quietly, put a child, was characterized as a “slow learner.” On her bottle of whiskey on top of the piano, looked at us fi rst day at high school in New Buffalo, Mich., she all with tears in his eyes and walked out without had been struck by a car and suffered head injuries, saying a word.” which intensifi ed her learning disability. Sandburg Sandburg Continued on Page 4 THE Page 4 June 26, 2008

Sandburg Continued from Page 3 Sandburg had told a reporter that the women could decide where to live, and “whenever and wherever they found a place they liked better than Harbert, Michigan, we’d pull up roots. So – we’re pulling them up.” Ironically, the place chosen for Sandburg, the biographer of Abraham Lincoln, had Sandburg’s collection of been built by a leader of the Confederacy – Christo- walking sticks pher Memminger, a Charlestonian, who had served and canes, gifts as secretary of the Confederate Treasury under Jef- from friends, are dispersed ferson Davis. throughout the house. (Photo by Patty Stodola)

As Abraham Lincoln’s biographer, For Carl, Connemara provided a place for refl ec- Sandburg owned tion. “It is necessary now and then for a man to go thousands of away by himself and experience loneliness,” he lat- books about the er wrote, “to sit on a rock in the forest and to ask famous U.S. President, as of himself, ‘Who am I, and where have I been, and well as this life- where am I going?” mask of Lincoln. In the countryside of North Carolina, the Sand- (Photo by Patty Stodola) burgs found contentment. Carl lived until the age of 89, on a diet rich in goat milk, cheese and home- baked rye bread. Paula, who was still climbing mountains well into her 80s, lived to be 94. Their ashes were returned to Galesburg, Ill., the town where he had grown up, and were buried there be- neath Remembrance Rock.

For Paula, Connemara provided space to expand the goat herd to 200 goats, many of them prize-win- ning milk producers. She continued calling them the Chikaming Herd, referring to their original home in Chikaming Township, Michigan.

The Connemara Farms Goat Dairy in North Carolina continued the work Paula Sandburg had started in Harbert, Michigan. (Photo by Patty Stodola) THE June 26, 2008 Page 5

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The one experienced swimmer is Andy Zepik. An- dy’s younger brothers, Colby and Brad, set records for M. C. High School swim team, but Andy is the only Zepik who won at State competition. Andy says: “ I like to swim breaststroke and freestyle. I practice a lot. Now that the season is over I am going to miss everybody. Debbie is a great coach, and she teaches me and helps me a lot. I like the State competition, being with people from all over. I feel great about our Swim Team.” Andy won Silver medals in 100 meter freestyle and in 25 meter breaststroke, and a Bronze medal in 50 meter breaststroke.

Andy Zepik takes a breath during break

New swimmer Kitty Rice says: “I do like swim- ming. It makes me feel good to do freestyle. I am so excited waiting for my turn to swim in a meet. I am not afraid at all. When I started in March with Swim Team, I was afraid to let go of the wall, and I didn’t like putting my face in the water. But that changed. Now I don’t even think about the wall. In my fi rst swim meet at Valpo I did backstroke and didn’t even worry about touching the wall at the fi nish. I started swim- ming with a fl oatation, but now I like racing without one. I do love Swim Team.” Kitty won the Gold medal in 25 meter assisted, the Bronze medal in 25 meter unassisted, and 4th place in 25 meter fl oatation.

Kitty Rice waits for her race to start

New swimmer Jennifer Childers says: “I like backstroke. I’ve been practicing my backstroke be- cause Coach Debbie told me to. She helps me with my swimming at practices. I like my medals. They show I worked hard. I am happy swimming at Indi- ana State because it’s my sister Tiffany’s school. I am going to miss practice and having fun with my team- mates and Coach Debbie. But practice starts up again the end of August.” Jennifer won a Silver medal in 50 meter freestyle, and a Bronze medal in 25 meter backstroke.

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New swimmer Tom Parcels says: “I have been swimming all my life, but I never got to go to swim meets before. I like being with my Swim Team. I learned more about strokes and kicks from my Coach Debbie. She was at the pool side when I raced in Terre Haute, and told me to get on the stick and swim, so I swam harder. At my very fi rst swim meet in Valpo I felt wonderful when I won races. I am proud to go to the State competition with my team. I like being in the dorms at Indiana State. I will be happy to swim in the fall with Swim Team, at the MCHS pool. That is where I had my fi rst swimming lessons as a kid. Now I am there with my Coach Debbie and our Swim Team.” Tom won 3 Bronze medals in 100 meter free- style, 50 meter freestyle and 50 meter breaststroke.

Tom Parcels receives one of his medal

New swimmer Brock Surface says: “This is my fi rst time swimming on a Swim Team. I had a lot of fun. When my mom asked me to join Swim Team, I was blowing her off for a few weeks about joining, un- til she told me she was the Coach. I was lucky to have my mom as my Coach because she could tell me what to do. When she convinced me to wear nose plugs and goggles, I think that helped me to win Gold medals. I would like to be on this Swim Team a whole lot more.” Brock won 3 Gold medals in 25 meter assisted, 25 meter unassisted and 25 meter fl oatation.

Brock Surface swimming toward victory

Coach Debbie Surface says: “Being the Coach was a huge challenge for me. I didn’t know what to expect. I had never coached swimming . I coached the way my coaches had coached me: being encouraging, telling you what you did wrong, but also what you did right. This team was at all different levels. I ran practices with laps to build endurance. I wanted them to be successful. I took notes on what was causing issues with success, starts, kicking, breath- Tom Parsons, Brock Surface, Andy Zepik, Kitty Rice, Jennifer Childers, show off their medals with a team pictures. ing, turns, and then we worked on them. We follow the same rules as in any swimming competition. I could do, I wanted more. I got it at State. Everyone was so happy at the Regional Valpo meet. They re- surpassed my best expectation. I was hoping every- ally turned it on and showed their stuff at their fi rst one would get one medal. But they all came home competition. Because they showed me what they “clinking.” I hope to expand our team in the fall.” THE Page 16 June 26, 2008 This Weekend at The Acorn Theater CHIROPRACTIC CARE Fri., June 27, 8 p.m. MI time Vaudevillian Spectacular - featuring Magician It’s Not Just for Low Back Pain! David Kovac, Comedian Mark Faje and Manipula- Over the Past 17 Years We Have Helped tor & Illusionist Arthur Trace Thousands of Patients with– Comic magician and Acorn favorite, David Kovac, takes on the old style of Vaudeville with his brand • Neck Pain • Sciatica new variety show featuring comedy, magic, and daring juggling feats. Watch as The Acorn is turned • Headaches • Whiplash into a modern day Vaudeville theater right before • Shoulder Pain • Numbness/Tingling your very eyes! Host David Kovac has performed his magic at Los •Pinched Nerves • Low Back Pain Angeles’ famed Magic Castle as well as Off-Broad- Call TODAY to schedule a FREE consultation way in New York. Mark Faje, sometimes called Mark the Knife or to see if we can help you. The World’s Most Dangerous Comic, is a stand-up comedian who was a contestant on NBC’s America’s Got Talent and he has also appeared on the Discov- ery Channel and Ripley’s Believe It or Not. Arthur Trace has taken magical entertainment in a new direction of performance art: expressing his 501 W Kieffer Road (400 N) artistic style through original presentations involv- Michigan City ing art, philosophy, and altering the laws of nature. For more information, visit www.davidkovac.com, 219-879-2177 www.markfaje.com, www.arthurtrace.com. www.hickschiropracticcenter.com This show is not recommended for children under Drs. Kristie & Brent Hicks the age of 12. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at acorntheater.com or at 269.756.3879 Sat., June 28, 8 p.m. MI time Bob Swan’s Opera at The Acorn: A Tribute 4 CST V SUN. 11– illas of B to Mozart T. & riar L SA eaf RY Lu Opera at the Acorn presents the second perfor- VE xu E ry mance this summer in its series, with arias and SE T U ow O n scenes from Mozart’s “The Magic Flute.” This con- H h o N m cert will feature Acorn favorites soprano Christine E e P s O Steyer as Pamina, and tenor John Concepcion as Tamino. In addition, the cast will feature the re- markable coloratura soprano Robin Blytch-Wiper as the Queen of the night and baritone Carl Ratner as Papageno. This is Mozart’s fi nal, and some say, most tuneful opera. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at acorn- theater.com or by calling 269.756.3879 Sun., June 29, 3 p.m. MI time Sean Masterson’s Family Magic Show: Mag- LAPORTE, INDIANA www.villasofbriarleaf.com ic Matinee Kicking off a series of family shows for the Acorn Prices Starting in the Mid 200’s audiences, Sean Masterson brings his critically MAINTENANCE FREE LIVING praised “Magic Matinee” back to the Acorn Theater. on beautiful Briar Leaf Golf Course He offers prestidigitation for the Harry Potter gen- 1525–2035 SF luxury townhomes, 4 ranch and 1 two story floor eration, with a minimum of fl ash and a maximum of plan to choose from. Features include: masonry fireplace, full basement, two car garage, pvc deck, soaring ceilings and understated showmanship. low maintenance fees For more information visit http://www.master- Directions: 1 mile South of the 90 Toll rd. on SR 39 & Tiffany Woods Dr. sonmagic.com 9 minutes south of New Buffalo Sales information Center Open daily 11–4 CST • Closed Tues. & Wed. Tickets are $7 for children 12 and younger, $10 219.851.0008 for adults and can be purchased at acorntheater. com or at 269.756.3879. THE June 26, 2008 Page 17 Micky Gallas Properties 123 (219) 874-7070 Beach CRS (219) 874-5249 City T (269) 586-2350 Michigan 1-800-680-9682 www.MickyGallasProperties.com Micky Gallas ABR, CRB, CRS, e-PRO, GRI, SRES Long Beach • Michigan City • New Buffalo Cell 219/861-6012 The Choice is Yours

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“Welcome Back” Festivities committee members were (seated) 18-hole vice-chair and chair Joan Geoghegan and Kathy Kenefi ck, along with 9- hole chair and vice-chair (standing) Gloria McMahon and Pat Kelley. Gray skies are history, summer is here, and the Chicago Magazine’s ladies golf leagues at Long Beach Country Club are in full swing…no pun intended! Top 8 Neapolitan-Style Pizzerias Fashion, food and fun were the events at the an- Recommended by The Hungry Hound nual opening party for golfers from the three ladies ABC 7 Chicago leagues. Long Beach golfers are in vogue and this evening Recommended by WNDU’s Unique Eats provided them with the opportunity to catch up on South Bend the latest golf designs by shopping at three mini- Our specialty is the authentic Naples Style Pizza prepared boutiques set up by Julie Godfrey, Long Beach C.C. Pro Shop merchandiser, Kathy Arslanian and Jer- and cooked just as it was 168 years ago in a wood fi red emy King of Sweet Lies Golf, and Hillary Kenefi ck hearth oven. This style pizza is as much a method of rich of Allison Dayton Jewelry Designs. tradition as it is a food. The culinary creations of Executive Chef Jim Gal- Our passion is to provide our guests this authentic ligan are always spectacular! Seated at tables that Napoletana pie along with fresh salads, unique sandwiches featured fresh spring fl owers designed by Flowers and refreshing house made Gelato using only the fi nest with Jazz, golfers said goodbye to their winter diets as they dined on a fabulous appetizer and dessert fresh ingredients, cooked using time honored traditions buffet. and served in a warm inviting atmosphere. We also offer Kathy Kenefi ck, 18-hole chair, and Gloria McMa- the fi nest micro-crafted beer and wine. hon, 9-hole chair, spoke to the group about the vari- Come and relax, enjoy the tradition of this fi ne food ous weekly golf events and tournaments that will with a story to tell, Authentic Wood Fired Pizza. take place in the respective leagues over the sum- mer. Micky Gallas, representing the 6-hole league, 219-879-8777 invited golfers to join their fun group on Monday SUMMER HOURS: nights. Thursday-Saturday 11 a.m. -10 p.m. • Sunday & Monday 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Brian Godfrey, Golf Director at Long Beach 500 S. EL PORTAL Country Club, announced that Kyle Cashmer, was MICHIANA SHORES, IN returning as Assistant Golf Pro and thanked mem- INDOOR AND OUTDOOR SEATING CARRYOUT bers for supporting the sale of bag-tags, of which proceeds go to the Assistant Pro education fund. www.stop50woodfi redpizzeria.com Meet you on the tee-box! ------submitted by Marci Meyer THE June 26, 2008 Page 19

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On U.S. Hwy. 12 At Karwick Rd., Michigan City Across from Al’s Market - Karwick Token Special: $30 for $20 Call (219) 874-4357 Touchless Automatic, Self-Serve Manual Lanes, Vacuums and Shampoo Machines THE Page 20 June 26, 2008 fl ags in a clump along my gravel driveway. When the fl owering trees of cherry and plum, the dogwood and magnolia overwhelm the roads and streets of my little corner of the world as they did this year. it doesn’t mean I have to own them all in my front yard. One is enough, my solitary Nanking Cherry Waves of weather, hot, cold, hot again, even frosty, tells me. Enough of this mine, mine, mine. The pow- with a tornado warning thrown in just for fun. There er of awe goes far beyond the boundaries of my lot. goes Spring, thumbing her nose at us and playing “Covet Not”, say the commandments, words of wis- catch me if you can. Gardeners. like me, clenched dom, wise beyond their years. our teeth, shut our eyes and put off planting an- Each year when spring beckons, I walk the paths nuals as long as we could. Waves of chorus, snow of my little garden and see spaces that could be drops, scilla, then May fl owers were putting on a fi lled and dwell on moving this and that. Three spring spectacular tempting us to get those annu- weeks later, when weather and rain have moved als in and those containers planted. I waited and past, the green plants have grown and the picture waited, then fi nally gave in and put the fi rst bego- has changed. nias and coleus out. A wave of cold air rushed in Nature has her own ideas, and I rushed out to bring them in. Another sunny teaching as she takes over. spate and out went the more delicate tuberous bego- All that moving plants about nia caladium and impatiens. When frost warnings won’t be necessary at all. My sounded an alert, I rushed out to cover them with knees have already told me that sheets. Playful little minx that she is, Spring was they really aren’t up to much of having fun playing “Gotcha!”. that kind of thing. The garden However, the waves of weather that marked our teaches in so many ways. It tells Spring 2008 seems to have enhanced the scent of me of adaptation, alteration, as- spring that also came in waves. Lilacs and lily of similation, all that diction- the valley so fragrant they make the head reel when ary of alliteration, includ- brought inside. A week later the smell of Korean ing, and sometimes, down spice virburnum enclosed you in a spell of foreign on those achy breaky lands. Then came the honeysuckle and if a honey knees, the simple joy of locust tree was near, it gave off a haunting scent, adoration. drawing you nearer and nearer as if an enchant- (Of course, but maybe not when its “foozy” ress weaving a spell. Even the old-fashioned bridal time and those wiggly worms of oak trees seeds wreath and elderberry emerged with fragrance of drop everywhere including your hair, and stick to days gone by. Just wait until peonies are in bloom! your shoes and the dog and get tracked in for end- Even with a blindfold on, you could marks the weeks less sweeping up and then come the seeds like pop- of spring emerging as new smells greet you. Spring corn crunching winged maple seeds, and the snow may play “Gotcha” with the weather, but she plays of cottonwood after you’ve swept and you want to “Lose your mind and come to your senses”, when the say ENOUGH ALREADY. Spout your cozy plati- blossoms emerge. tudes somewhere else. I don’t like it!) On my walks with Charlie he’s the It’s those I, I, I’s, that will get to you every time burrower, and I’m the borrower. Once when the lesson is Let It Be, Let It Be. Come to I used to pass the gardens along our your senses, my garden calls out, whatever Spring way and think, Oh, I must have that brings, Let It Be. bush, that plant, in my garden. No Learn beyond the A’s of your ABC’s. B is for more. Some things grow well on my beautiful, bountiful, blissful, buoyant, bodacious. C little shady plot. Some don’t. And is for charm fi lled, capricious, captivating, cunning, so it is. Now, I just enjoy “O. AND contrary. Let it BE. P.’s”, other people’s, There’s never enough of as I pass by. Let that magnifi cent viburnum spring and summer Burkwoodi stay where is already here. it is and I’ll drink in its scent as I walk by. And so it is… Let the banks of cat mint bloom their delicate blue where the bees and I can enjoy them. I’ll just nip a leaf and enjoy its scent as I walk along. The blue iris blooming against a wall? Let them be. They’ve been bred to their luscious color from the scraggly blue THE June 26, 2008 Page 21

JULY 4TH WEEKEND EVENTS

INTERIOR DESIGN CUSTOM BEDDING CUSTOM FURNITURE WINDOW TREATMENTS CUSTOM UPHOLSTERY BLINDS Preview Party

Thursday, July 3, 2008 4:00-7:00pm Michigan Time

MARTEAU CONCEPTION COLLECTION Handcrafted Furniture Custom-Designed for Your Home. Kick off your holiday with fun, refreshments and the opportunity to meet this very talented Artisan.

FLEA MARKET Friday-Sunday, July 4-6, 2008 Scout out the best deals on French and English Antiques, Custom Furniture, Fabrics and Accessories.

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Winners in the Long Beach Country Club 18-hole annual “Two Queens and a King” event were Barbara Macudzinski, Larry Walsh and Jennifer Gronceski.

Runners-up in the two best-ball, low-net competition were Susan Roule, Tom Kelley and Donna Hennard.

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Elston Middle School Performing Arts Center 1210 Spring Street • Michigan City Wearing their pink feather boas and tiaras, Gloria McMahon and Rima Binder, along with a dapper Gerry Byrne, win best-dressed honors. THE June 26, 2008 Page 23

RE-ELECT AGNES CONWAY FOR NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR

Primary Election Vote August 5, 2008

TOP 5 REASONS TO Re-elect Agnes………

• New Buffalo Township now has city water and expanded service as a result of her leadership.

• Available water capacity increased from 500,000 to 2,000,000 gallon a day. NO more moratorium on water hook up or usage.

• City water brought to Marquette Dr., Camp Sokol and Sturgeon Beach.

• Worked with Senator Stabenow in obtaining grants from USDA to install water lines to Krueger and Glassman Roads.

• Sewer and water service provided to state line. THE Page 24 June 26, 2008 SMSO Has 4th & 5th of July Concerts Call… Audiences will enjoy an unforgettable 4th of July Lars Petzke (269) 369 6348 holiday along the Lake Michigan shore with the Sharon Rago (708) 267 2431 Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra (SMSO) 811 Ship Street 123 T at Shadowland Pavilion in St. Joseph. Stretch out St. Joseph, MI 49085 on a blanket, bring a lawn chair or sit at a picnic Grand Mere Edwardsburg, MI table with friends during this annual Southwest 75 x 402 lot on Lake Michigan. Eagle Lake 3 bedroom, 2 bath Michigan tradition. Spectacular view and easy, pri- year round home. Fenced yard. This year SMSO will be performing an additional vate access to a great beach. Sea- Private dock. All sports lake. Im- night of their Independence Day concert. On July wall in place. Exit 22. #2701088 mediate occupancy. #2816076 5th, the Symphony will perform in New Buffalo at $1,215,000 $249,900 Lions Pavilion Park. Thanks to the generous sup- port from the Pokagon Fund, the New Buffalo con- cert will be free to the public. During both of their annual Independence Day concerts, SMSO plans an entertaining program of music to suit many musical tastes. The Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra’s Three Rivers, MI St. Joseph Independence Day Concert will be on July 4th at Deeded beach access to Co- 3 bedroom, 2 bath 2 story. Lake Shadowland Pavilion in St. Joseph. Gates open at 6 rey Lake, an all sports lake. Remodeled 3 bedroom, 2 bath Michigan views from both fl oors. p.m. MI time, the concert begins at 9 p.m. and will ranch home. Floor to ceiling Across from Lions Park beach. continue during the fi reworks at 10:45 p.m. Tickets living room windows look out 2374 sq. ft. Could be shared by to the lake. Fireplace, formal are $20 for adults and $5 for students in advance, 1 two families. #2810803 dining room. fenced yard. 2 /2 car garage. Perfect condition. $279,500 $25 adults and $10 students at the gate. #2824183 $237,900 Picnic tables are available in advance for $300 SERVICING ALL OF YOUR REAL ESTATE which includes ten tickets to the concert and two parking passes. Tickets and more information are NEEDS IN SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN available at 269-982-4030 or www.smso.org Carry-ins welcomed, however alcohol not allowed- all coolers and carry-ins will be checked at the gate. Beer, wine and food will be sold during the event. Sponsors include: Cook Nuclear Plant, WSJM Ra- Relaxation Awaits... dio, and Chemical Bank. Hospitality sponsor is • Therapeutic/Sports/Relaxation/Infant Schu’s Grill and Bar, media sponsor is Mid-West Family Broadcasting. Pregnancy Massage The SMSO’s July 5th Independence Day concert will be performed at Lions Pavilion Park in New • Limited Spa Menu Buffalo at 7:30 p.m. New Buffalo fi reworks will fol- • Reflexology low the concert at dusk. To secure a spot, picnic ta- bles are available for $200 by calling the Symphony • Acupuncture Center Offi ce at 269-982-4030. Carry-ins welcomed, how- ever alcohol not allowed. All coolers and carry-ins • Wellness will be checked at the gate. Food will be sold during Programs the event. Sponsors include: The City of New Buf- falo, The Pokagon Fund and WSJM Radio. • Chair Massage

• Gift Certificates Summer Festival Events in the Park As part of the Michigan City Summer Festival, a Luau Fish Fry will be held at the Senior Center in Washington Park on Fri., June 27th, 4-7 p.m. Tickets are $8 and can be purchased at Capt. Ed’s Candy Island, Top Dog, Senior Center and the Park Offi ce. The Halau Hula O Puanani Hula Dancers will perform at 6 p.m. in the Center. Michiana’s leader in wellness. Sat. & Sun., come to the Park for the Mud Bog Trials and Runs--it’s a dusty, dirty, muddy good 1026 North Karwick Road • Michigan City, Indiana 46360 time! Sat. 1-5 p.m. will feature the trials and live www.wellness-specialists.com 219-879-5722 • entertainment. Sun. the runs will start at noon. THE June 26, 2008 Page 25 THE Page 26 June 26, 2008 Join us for the unveiling Exhibit on Fashions and Furniture of the The Northern Indiana Center for History, 808 W. Washington St., South Bend, IN, is offering fash- South Shore Centennial ions, furniture and decorative arts from the 1830s Commemorative Poster to the 1930s–all from the Center’s heralded collec- tions-- in 100 Years of Design, on view now through by South Shore Artist Mitch Markowitz January 4, 2009. Visitors can learn about “polite so- Tuesday, July 1st ciety,” a culture in which fashions of the day were found in homes designed by leading American ar- 5:30-7:30 p.m. chitects. They will fi nd themselves transported to Mitch will be on hand an era where the elite donned top hats and tails, to sign your poster! and designer gowns and furs to attend gala events The at places like South Bend’s Oliver Opera House. a Framing Station The exhibit also explores the area’s success as a manufacturing complex in the Midwest during the y 912 Franklin, Michigan City (219) 879-2115 Industrial Revolution, which gave many families r Open Tuesday - Friday 9 to 5, Saturday 10 to 4 the buying power to be active in international soci- Area’s largest selection of South Shore Posters & merchandise. ety. Visitors can learn of the technical evolution in such areas as lighting and heating in the home and factory, which document the community’s progress from farm to factory. The decades chronicled in the exhibit include the Old School Run period leading up to the Civil War, the Victorian Era, the Gay Nineties, the Edwardian Age, the Roaring Twenties and the Art Deco Period. Visitors will en- joy breathtakingly beautiful scenes that include a Tiffany lamp, silver tea service, oriental rugs and striking portraits of those who wore the fashions shown. Admission to the Center for History is free for members, $8/adults, $6.50/seniors, $5/youth 6-17, and free/5 yrs. and under. For information, phone (574) 235-9664 or visit www.centerforhistory.org

LPCCVB and MC Boat Show Partner The LaPorte County Convention and Visitors Bu- reau and the Michigan City In-Water Boat Show Start the Fourth of July with a bang! have partnered to bring more awareness of the event Run (or walk) 5 Kilometers (about 3 miles), beginning to the region. The LPCCVB has always promoted and participated with the Boat Show in the past, at 7:00 A.M. at the Old School. The event will follow but this year the two entities will work together. a scenic course through Long Beach and Long Beach During a site visit by Boat Show Manager Ken Cove. Alvey, President Emeritus Norm Schultz and Ad- vertising/PR Manager Mike DiLorenzo, along with No advance entry needed or accepted: Just show up Director of Marketing for the LPCCVB, Linda Sim- in your running gear ready to go! There will also be mons, one of the new promotional devices decided a short-distance running event around the parking lot on was having all LaPorte County residents admit- ted for free on opening day of the Boat Show, calling for children. it LaPorte County Day. The $5.00 entry fee will be used to support Long The Michigan City In-Water Boat Show is Lake Beach Community Center activities. This is a low-key Michigan’s biggest in-water boat show. It is held event with no prizes, but everyone who finishes will in the Washington Park Marina August 21-24. The newest motor yachts, runabouts, cruisers, jet skis, receive an award certificate featuring the drawing of sailboats and more will be on display along with 500 the Old School above. new and pre-enjoyed boats up to 70 feet and $2 mil- lion. More information: LPCCVB at 800.634.2650, Sponsored by The Beacher Business Printers Washington Park Marina at 219.872.1712, or visit www.michigancityboatshow.com THE June 26, 2008 Page 27 Sponsored by the Long Beach Civic Association

Old School Community Center Long Beach

FANTASTIC FYI for a Great 4th of July! FOOD • PARADE BEGINS AT 10:00 A.M. 10 A.M.-2 P.M. Participants should be at the Old School BEST BRATS ON THE Community Center by 9:15 a.m. for judging. BEACH Trophies awarded in the following categories: GRILLED HOT Bicycle / Stroller-Wagon-Trike / Golf Cart DOGS Float / Walking Group AWARDS PRESENTED AT 11:00 A.M. ICE COLD BEER MIKE’S LEMONADE • NO Commercial Entries or Business Advertising ICE COLD SOFT DRINKS • NO Cars unless pulling a fl oat HOT DELICIOUS • NO DOGS! This will be strictly enforced. POPCORN • Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages will ICE CREAM TREATS require ID!

2008 Music LONG BEACH T-SHIRT provided Selling every Saturday & Sunday 9 a.m.-12 noon at the old CVS Parking Lot & on the 4th of July in the FIREWORKS Park WHEN DARK! July 5 Rain Date THE Page 28 June 26, 2008 “Beyond The Ink” Yes, we can make custom The Thaddeus C. Gal- lery is proud to present “Beyond The Ink,” a solo made jewelry from your exhibition featuring new paintings by Laura Beach Glass. Cutler. In the summer of 2007, Laura received an Individual Artist Wisteria, Grant from the Indiana Inc. Arts Commission. The funding was used over the next year to create Unique this new series of works. Pendants • Earrings • Necklaces Laura received her BFA from the Otis College of Bracelets • Bookmarks • Anklets Art and Design in Los “Whisper” by Laura Cutler - Angeles and also stud- Ebay: Seller User Name oil on linen. ied at the New York KeepsakesAndHeirlooms Academy of Art in New York City. The opening reception will take place on Fri., 908 Franklin Street, Suite B June 27, from 5-8 p.m. The artist will be in atten- Across from the Truffl es Pastry Shop dance. All works will be reproduced in a limited edi- tion catalogue that is available through the Thad- Collectibles • Fine Art • Beach Glass Jewelry deus C. Gallery. Monday-Saturday 9-6 219-210-3022 Gallery hours are Tues/Wed/Thur/Fri 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-3 p.m., and Sun noon-3 p.m. Visit No Charge for Gift Wrapping • Consignment Welcome the gallery at 822 Lincolnway, La Porte, or online at www.thaddeusc.com Arts in July at LB Community Center From July 1 thru July 31, students ages 6-11, will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays for the following classes: 12:30- 1:30 p.m. Dance 1:30- 2:30 p.m. Pottery 2:30- 3:30 p.m. Theatre The cost for 30 one hour classes is $200 for all three packages or $70 for just one. Children’s the- ater production is for students 12 years and older. Registration will be held Thurs., June 26th, 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m., also Tues., July 1st before or dur- ing class time, and by appointment. Contact Nancy Saxon at 219-874-2398 or email nancysaxon@com- Route 20/35 at I-94, Exit 40B cast.net for information and registration. Michigan City, IN 46360 (219) 872-8357 (800) 400-1981 Immigration Assistance Offered www.creekwoodinn.com • [email protected] The Diocese of Kalamazoo Immigration Assis- tance Program will be offering Outreach Services to the community at Saint Mary of the Assump- tion Church at 28 West Ash Street in Three Oaks on Thursday, July 10 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. MI time. They will be closed for lunch from 12:30-1:30 p.m. For your initial consultation, take all correspon- dence that you received or fi led with an immigration offi ce (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services) or from the National Visa Center. The consultation fee is $30; $40 for consultation and brief service. THE June 26, 2008 Page 29

We’re Open... THE Page 30 June 26, 2008 No Rain on Flag Day Parade in Three Oaks by Charles McKelvy The World’s Largest Flag Day Parade proceeded parade for a few moments with a passing westbound through downtown Three Oaks on June 15 without train. a drop of the rain that had fallen in buckets just Every entry was a winner, but the judges gave hours before step off. the following awards: That came as a great relief to Rachel Lang who Sweepstakes – Miss Bridgman Royalty – “A was serving her fi rst term as chair of the parade Queens Ride to Salute Our Soldiers” committee. But then as the pre-parade skies began Grand Prize – Miss Buchanan Royalty to clear, Rachel gave the thumbs up and said all Community Award – La Porte County 4-H would be well with the 2008 parade. Horse and Pony Drill Team And it was, especially with veteran emcee Rich Patriot Award – Brian Schoff War Memorial Smith calling the fl oats and the Berrien County Jeep Sheriff’s Department Motorcycle Unit warming up Junior/Youth Award – River Valley Elementary the multitude with some precision riding. As Rich Wax Museum Smith said: “Don’t try this at home.” Jubilee Award – Mid America Rodeo Cowgirl Members of the Mid America Rodeo Cowgirl Drill Drill Team Team posted the colors for the National Anthem, Judges Choice – Voyaguer Ancient Fife & and even Amtrak cooperated by only delaying the Drums Corps.

Grand Marshall Nancy Burns takes fi ve Parade Chair Rachel Lang was thumbs up Honestly, that was Abe! after the parade. about the rain ending before the parade.

Parade royalty. Sons of the Civil War pay tribute to the Union. THE June 26, 2008 Page 31

A member of the Mid America Rodeo Cowgirl Drill Team posts the colors for the National Anthem.

Mid America Rodeo Cowgirl Drill Team in action.

The Marching Bag Ladies of Eau Claire strut their stuff.

Senator Ron Jelinek walks the parade route.

The Berrien County Sheirff’s Department Motorcycle Unit thrill the crowd. Flags, fl ags, and more fl ags! THE Page 32 June 26, 2008 Military Vehicle Preservation Assoc. ative Han The Great Lakes Museum of Military History is re ds forming a new chapter of the Military Vehicle Pres- C Since 1987 ervation Association (MVPA) for those dedicated to preserving and restoring military vehicles. The chapter name will be the Southern Lake Michigan Chapter and meetings will be held the third Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. The meet- ing place will vary each month with the next meet- ing being held at the home of Tom Roberts in Grant TTraderade yyourour ooldld jjewelryewelry Park, Illinois. The group will be carpooling by meet- ing at the Museum at 8:45 a.m., Sat., June 28th. fforor NNewew Additional fi eld trips will be held with the fi rst one being to the “Lest We Forget” WWII Re-enact- oorr ment in St. Joseph/Benton Harbor, Michigan on Sun., June 22nd. The group will be carpooling from DDesignesign oneone the Museum at 6:30 a.m. The new offi cers of the Southern Lake Michigan Chapter are: fforor YYou!ou! President – John Flegel, Michigan City Vice President – Steven Brown, Trail Creek Secretary – Greg Mansfi eld Activities Director – Todd Mansfi eld 1722 Franklin St. Mon. 12-5, Newsletter Editors – John Lesley and Todd Man- Michigan City Tues.-Fri. 10-5 sfi eld (219) 879-6100 Sat. 10-2 The mission of the MVPA is to provide an interna- Gift Certificates, Layaways, Major Credit Cards & Debit Cards Accepted tional organization for military vehicle enthusiasts, historians, preservationists and collectors interest- ed in the acquisition, restoration, preservation, safe operation and public education of historic military transport. Those who have military vehicles or an interest in military vehicles from the southern Lake Michigan area can join the new Chapter. Dues for the MVPA are $35 per year and those interested can join online at http://www.mvpa.org/. For more information, phone the Museum at (219) 872-2702 or toll-free at (800) 726-5912.

“Gently Used Book Sale” The Library Friends of Three Oaks is presenting the annual “Gently Used Book Sale” to benefi t the Three Oaks Township Library on Sat., Aug. 3, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. MI time, at the library. Donations of new and gently used books, periodi- cals, reference books and other literary materials are welcome and can be dropped off at the Library. Books and materials without covers, torn or missing pages, a musty smell and any other damage cannot be accepted. The Library Friends are in need of volunteers to assist with the book sale and other programs and JESSICA TAMPAS PHOTOGRAPHY events scheduled. Proceeds from the “Gently Used Book Sale” will 269.469.6929 be used to enhance technology upgrades and youth jessicatampas.com programs at the Three Oaks Township Library. For volunteer, membership and event information, contact Sharon Flick, 269/756-7468 or Ellen Block, 269/756-9632. THE June 26, 2008 Page 33 CENTURY 21 Long Beach Realty 1401 Lake Shore Drive ~ 3100 Lake Shore Drive 123T(219) 874-5209 ~ (219) 872-1432 Long Beach – The Easy Commute Family Owned and Operated Since 1920 Open 7 Days a Week OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, June 29, 2008 • 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 2017 Juneway Drive CITY DWELLERS’ DREAM, where comfort and el- egance come together in this 1963 custom built home that has never known the word neglect. Bright open kitchen has 1 wood cabinets. Generous sized three bedrooms include 14 /2 1 foot master bedroom, 2 /2 ceramic baths. French doors open off dining room to sun room, The patio is surrounded by ground to tree top high landscaping on all sides and becomes an outdoor living room. This sheltered yard also includes garden shop at rear. Many windows fill the home with light. Lovely hardwood floors throughout. Separate laundry room, basement, and attached garage. $349,900 See All of Our Listings at www.c21longbeachrealty.com Each Office Is Independently Owned and Operated

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Buddy Lewinski drooled and wagged his tail vigor- Wags & Whiskers, located just this side of New ously as he waited for his bride to reach the alter.” Buffalo on Rte.12, has boarding, grooming, doggie It seems dogs are taking over the Tribune. daycare and pet sitting. They supply Canidae All Natural Pet Foods whose ingredients are of U.S. or- igin, proudly raised and produced within the United Sates, made with superior quality in every bag and can with NO corn, wheat, soy, grain fractions or fi ll- ers – and naturally preserved. The fi ne ingredients include white rice, sunfl ower oil, fl axseed meal, sage, rosemary, kelp, glucosamine and many many more healthful items. Another offer at Wags & Whiskers: Rudy the original, all-natural, Gourmet Snap-Biscuits, multi-meat based, an all natural treat. Dog lovers, we expect you have read the book “Marley & Me,” by John Grogan, published in 2005. If not, you’ll fi nd it at our Michigan City Library (ask Aurelia at the desk there) and probably at nearby neighboring libraries. It’s a well written and entertaining story about the world’s worst dog. The bit about food included: “We were feeding him tre- mendous amounts of food, but still he was so much thinner than most Labs, and he always appeared famished, even immediately after wolfi ng down a bucket of kibble that looked like it was meant for a draft horse.” The author and his family visited another local restaurant, with Marley along...and ended up chasing the dog on a run who was taking Irish a large table with him.... Fascinating dog tales. Michigan City-ite Helen Stephenson once had a dog named Butch who talked. He said things like “I wuv you.” The family could understand ev- ery strange word he said. And he enjoyed his own Christmas stocking; never approached it until the family began unwrapping their gifts. THE June 26, 2008 Page 35 We received a recipe named “Dr. Michael Fox’s Homemade ‘Natural’ Dietary Supplement for Dogs” ZACH BROWN’S CHEESE BONE TREATS from dog-owner/lover Marianne Gosswiller. She 1/2 c. ea. Parmesan and cheddar cheese started using this recipe because commercial dog 3 T. oil food turned her White Westie’s coat brown around 1/2 c. all-purpose fl our the muzzle. It worked and she kept using it because 1/4 c. dry milk Westie literally danced around her bowl at feeding 1 tsp. garlic powder time: 2-3 tsp. Brewers yeast 1 bouillon cube (reconstitute in 2 tsp. water) DR. FOX’S RECIPE 1/2 c. water 3 c. uncooked whole grain rice, barley or Quaker In large bowl, mix cheese with oil, stir in Rolled Oats fl ours, milk and garlic salt until well blended. pinch of salt Add water. Knead until stiff yet pliable (you 2 cloves garlic (optional) can use mix only cycle in bread machine). Heat 1 T. vegetable oil (fl axseed oil) oven to 350. Grease cookie sheets. On fl oured 1 T. wheat germ surface roll dough to 1/4” thickness. Cut treats 1 T. cider vinegar with cookie cutters or roll into balls, place on 1 tsp. Brewer’s yeast cookie sheet and fl atten somewhat. Bake 35 - 1 tsp. bonemeal or calcium carbonate 40 min. til golden, having turned once halfway 1 tsp. dried kelp thru baking time. Cool. Store in airtight jar. 1 lb. lean hamburger, ground lamb, mutton or one whole chicken or half a small turkey tional center where the obedience training course is Combine all ingredients except fl axseed oil, called Prison Tails. This is an amazing organization add water to cover; simmer, stir and add more – anyone interested in adopting should go online to water as needed until cooked. Debone chicken www.mixedupmutts.org. Dogs are such a popular parts and discard bones. The recipe should be item, and certainly a beloved household member. thick enough to be molded into patties (add bran More recipes below. or soya protein meal to help thicken). Mix well into the stew while still very hot, a cup of raw, grated sweet potato, carrot or yam. Add fl ax- seed oil when cooled to room temp. This freezes well. For variation, you can use cottage cheese plus soybean curd (tofu) and well-cooked lentils, chick peas (garbanzo), lima beans or a half-doz- en eggs as meat alternatives. Ideally, all ingre- dients should be organic. Be sure to vary ingre- dients to provide variety and to avoid possible nutritional imbalance.

LEXIE BROWN’S HEALTHY DOG BISCUITS 2 c. whole wheat fl our 1 c. cornmeal Maggie 1/3 c. vegetable oil 2 or 3 tsp. Brewers yeast 1 tsp. garlic powder 1 egg 1 bouillon cube (reconstitute in a couple tsp. wa- ter) 1 c. water Debbie Brown, another local dog parent, had a Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease cookie fi ne companion for 14 years. His name was Zach, sheet. In large bowl, mix dry ingredients. Add a sweet schnauzer and great friend, her constant oil, egg and water to make soft dough that is not shadow all that time. Zach left his world about a too sticky. Add a bit of fl our if needed. Roll tea- year ago, and Debbie, sad indeed, eventually found spoons of dough into balls, place on cookie sheet a fi ne terrier named “Lexie” at Mixed Up Mutts in and fl atten slightly. Bake 20 - 25 minutes until LaPorte. Lexie, a little angel, had been taken from nicely browned. Cool, store in airtight jar. a negative home and placed at the Westville correc- THE Page 36 June 26, 2008 Dunes Arts Foundation Presents: DAILY HOURS The Musical Revue “What’s On Broadway,” di- OPEN AT 11 AM – 9 PM rected by Sue Cassler will be presented on Sat., July FRI & SATURDAY CLOSE AT 10 PM 5, at 7:30 p.m., and Sun., July 6, at 7:00 p.m., at the Dunes Summer Theatre, 288 Shady Oak Drive, Offering $12.95 dinner menu options Michigan City, IN. Daily Luncheon menu offers 15 minute meals Tickets for this event are $10/general admission. For more information, phone (219) 879-7509 or log onto dunessummertheatre.com LUNCH MENU DAILY until 4 p.m. This limited engagement is a sampling of shows currently on Broadway. It will showcase some of Friday & Saturday Evening Live Entertainment the fi nest talented vocalists in our area. Anyone who loves music and the theatre should not miss First Friday of each month this chance to see what is currently playing on the Broadway stage. Featuring Bunny Fisher 9-12 pm The cast includes Howard Brenneman, Noel Carl- son, Cathy Chase, Naomi Edinger, Laura Meyer, Donna Mitchell, Lori Pakuszewski, Karol Valek, and Sue Cassler with Lee Meyer accompanying them. Contact Howard Brenneman at howard- [email protected] for more info.

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According to a quote which I am not making up, from Michigan City Mayor Maximillian (formally Live Bands every Saturday “Mayor Maximillian” and informally “slugger”), on Outdoor Patio crinoids ranks as a major crisis just behind driver, brakes and accelerator (insert your “steering wheel” 227 W. 7th St. • 872-8200 • www.mcginnispub.com joke here), as evidenced by the following conversa- THE June 26, 2008 Page 39 tion between Michigan City government employ- ees: FIRST MICHIGAN CITY EMPLOYEE: “I’m out- ta here” SECOND MICHIGAN CITY EMPLOYEE: “I’m gonna wring your neck” FIRST MICHIGAN CITY EMPLOYEE: “I used to like you” Fortunately I have a suggestion for Mayor slug- ger, and that is: take all of George Steinbrenner’s money, including stock options. No, seriously, my suggestion does not involve George Steinbrenner’s money, including stock op- tions, although it might involve sending scam emails to Tobacco Institute scientists. 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Museum to Memorialize Veterans See our fine selections of Wildlife, Florals, Landscapes & Contemporary Art Do you have a family member or loved one who served their country? Would you like to commemo- ta116 North Whittaker Street rate their service and help a worthy organization? New Buffalo, Michigan iw(269) 469-2590 The Great Lakes Museum of Military History is starting a Veterans Honor Wall at the Museum, 360 Dunes Plaza, Michigan City. For a suggested $5.00 donation, a reproduction or copy of your veteran photo will be on display in the lobby of the Museum on special display boards. The boards will remain at the Museum throughout the summer and will go on display at Marquette Mall prior to and during Veteran’s Day. After Veteran’s Day, they will go back on display in the Museum’s lobby area. To participate, send your photo(s) to the Museum including a stamped, self-addressed envelope so that T Bones Pier II they may be returned after they have been copied. 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Duneland Chamber Ensemble, under the direc- tion of Dan McNabb, is donating their considerable musical talent for this event. Well known in the region, this twelve member ensemble, has played to many audiences and will play a cross section of the songs which have thrilled people through the years. Imported from Brazil, descendents of the original Eng- The Music Committee of the Village Green Neigh- lish Bulldog. Purebred. Athletic with good temperment. borhood Association invites residents throughout Look similar to modern day Olde English Bulldog. All the city to come and enjoy this FREE special event. colors, male and females. Up to $1200. President George Neagu stated: “We hope this [email protected] or 219-661-0948 will become an annual event and we can bring the community together to share a pleasant summer time moment in a beautiful open air atmosphere. I urge people to come early and bring blankets and chairs to sit on. 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Grinders vs. Bonneyville Millers The Deep River Grinders, Indiana’s premier Vin- MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE tage Base Ball Club Nine, will host the Bonneyville Millers from Elkhart County Indiana on Sun., June COME AND TRY – JUNE 26 29, 2 p.m., at Deep River County Park. The game is 6-8 p.m. WINE TASTING played using 1858 rules, to be played by gentlemen • Small Plates International W for the love of the game. • Grill Menu Appetize ines & R.S.V.Prs $20 Admission is free and sarsaparilla and hot dogs • 8 Appetizers & Dessert $14.95 . • Beer & Wine Available will be available. Deep River is located on Old Lin- • Open-Air Dining coln Hwy. at County Line Road, southeast of Ho- SUMMER HOURS bart, IN. (Take US 30 west of Valparaiso past the 1701 Franklin Street Lunch 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Deep River Waterpark; go to the next signal light, Michigan City Dinner Daily at 4 p.m. take a right and follow signs to the park). More in- (219) 871-1223 Open late 7 days a week formation at 219/947-1958. THE June 26, 2008 Page 43 36th Indiana Fiddlers’ Gathering The 36th Annual Indiana Fiddlers’ Gathering will take place June 27-29, at the Tippecanoe Battlefi eld Park in Battle Ground, IN. Held annually since 1973, the Gathering is a nationally renown 3-day DINE IN • CARRY OUT traditional acoustic music festival featuring some DELIVERY INCLUDING THE BEACH COMMUNITY of the country’s fi nest old-time, bluegrass, Irish and $ 00 FAMILY SPECIAL folk musicians on one stage. 2 Off Large Pizza Large 1 Topping Pizza Headlining the show this year are the stringband $150 Off Medium Flat Mountain Girls; top acoustic swing musicians Breadsticks Frank Vignola & Aaron Weinstein; high energy Pizza 2 liter Pop stringband The Prairie Acre; and The Spondoolix $100 Off Small Pizza $ 99 from New York City, an amazing group who fuse 19 + Tax Celtic, traditional and world sounds. Not Good With Any Other Offer Not Good With Any Other Offer Popular Portland-based Foghorn Stringband will be returning as well as The Old-Time Country and Sunday Noon-10 pm • M-Th 11 am-10 pm • F-S 11-12 Midnight Blues Review local favorites The Woodstove Flap- 5184 S. Franklin St., Michigan City 872-3838 jacks. We Deliver to the Whole Community! Concerts will be held Fri/8 p.m.; Sat/2 & 8 p.m.; Sun/2 p.m. Admission prices are $5-$12. Adult week- end passes are $25 adv. or $30 at gate. Youth passes (13-18 yrs.) are $12 adv. or $15 at gate. Free events: 10 a.m. Sat. Children’s Concert; Car + Home = Musician’s workshops Sat/Sun 9:30 a.m.; square and contra dance Sat./5:30 p.m.; and a Gospel Sing BIG SAVINGS Sun./10 a.m. Open stage held Sat. & Sun. at noon. See me for Car and Home Insurance and save. Regional artists will display crafts and the Tippe- canoe Battlefi eld Museum will be open. Food con- cessions and musicians’ supplies will be available. STATE FARM Tippecanoe Battlefi eld is located 7 miles north Auto of Lafayette, IN, just off Exit 178 of I-65. Purchase Life Fire INSURANCE advance tickets at 765/742-1419 or www.indianafi d ® dlersgathering.org James E. Eriksson, Agent, LUTCF 405 Johnson Road Bus: 219-874-6360 Michigan City, IN 46360-6510 [email protected]

LIKE A GOOD NEIGHBOR, STATE FARM IS THERE® Save the Dunes Conservation Fund Providing Insurance and Financial Services State Farm • Home Offi ces: Bloomington, IL Save the Dunes Conservation Fund has added to its impressive list of nature preserves located in the Lake Michigan watershed counties of Lake, LaPorte, and Porter in Indiana. The Michigan City-based or- ganization now owns and manages 306 acres and holds Conservation Easements over 107 acres. The Sisters of the Holy Cross sold 96.3 acres of wet woods in Porter County to Save the Dunes Conservation Fund at a special price to ensure the land be conserved in perpetuity. The new name of the property is Moreau Preserve. The name was se- lected by the Sisters to honor their founder, Father Basil Moreau. The Moreau Preserve is located on the west (Por- ter County) side of County Line Road, between La- Porte and Porter County. Deb Chubb, president of the organization, said, “This acquisition is a perfect example of the habitats we are working to keep natural and bio-diverse.” For more information on the Land and Steward- ship Program of Save the Dunes Conservation Fund visit: www.savedunes.org/land_program/donnelley/ THE Page 44 June 26, 2008 “Vintage Weddings” Special Programs There are two upcoming programs being planned at the LaPorte County Historical Society Museum, to coincide with the summer exhibit, “Cordially In- vited: A Look at Vintage Weddings.” www.borterwagner.com On Sat., July 5th, Assistant Curator, Susie Rich- ter, will be giving two guided tours through the ex- hibit; one at 11 a.m., and again at 2 p.m. Visitors will New Buffalo learn about the trends in wedding fashions through 269. 586. 2009 the decades, as well as the research that was done Chicago in regards to fl owers, decorations, and more for this 312. 339. 3909 very elaborate display. Each bride is shown in the correct setting for the gown she is wearing, and any knowledge of the LaPorte County resident who wore it will be shared. On Sat., Aug. 2nd, at 2 p.m. only, local resident, JJudy’sudy’s RReflexologyeflexology Bruce Johnson, will be performing a program en- titled “The Wedding Singer” in which he will relate Healing Touch/Relaxation stories and anecdotes, as well as performing his fa- vorite songs from his 30-plus years of being a solo- JJudyudy KKeeneeene ist at weddings. Cheryl Essling, who has been his Licensed Refl exologist accompanist for many weddings over the years, will 1648 N 400 W be playing for him. La Porte, IN 46350 The programs are free. However, regular muse- um admission will apply. 219-324-5921 Home “Cordially Invited” will be on display at the La Call for an appointment 219-608-0831 Cell Porte County Historical Society Museum through Open 7 days [email protected] the end of August. The museum is located at 2405 Indiana Ave., La Porte and is handicapped acces- sible. Hours are Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., CST. Phone 219-324-6767 for admission prices, or visit Queen of Angels Bookstores, Inc. the website at www.laportecountyhistory.org Cards and Gifts PNC Non-Credit Painting Class Graduation Purdue University North Central Offi ce of Con- Baptism Gifts tinuing Education will offer a non-credit painting including Christening Gowns class at PNC - Porter County, 600 Vale Park Road, and Baby Gifts Valparaiso. “Brush – Palette - Color” will be Wednesdays, also Outdoor Statues July 9-30 from 9 a.m.-noon. This painting class of- Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. fers extensive instruction in color theory, developing Saturday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. • Sunday closed color schemes and shading and composition. Knowl- 1605 E. Coolspring Avenue - Michigan City, IN 46360 • (219) 872-7300 edge of drawing skills is helpful but not required. Registration is $139. Participants will need to have supplies and a supply list will be furnished at time of registration. To register, contact 872-0571, ext. 5343 or visit http://www.pnc.edu/ce. Persons with disabilities re- Firecracker Specials Local Artisan quiring accommodations should contact ext. 5343. Sue Spitler American Red Cross Bloodmobile ALL MEN’S SHOES Cookbook Author When: Fri., June 27, 8 a.m.-noon Signing and Samples! Where: St. Anthony Memorial Hospital, 301 W. 50% OFF Saturday, July 5th July 1st through July 6th Homer St., Michigan City. 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT You must be at least 17 years of age, weigh a min- 107 North Whittaker Street New Buffalo, MI 49117 imum of 110 pounds, and be in good general health cafe 269-469-6604 shops 269-469-3470 to donate blood. Phone 800-448-3543 to schedule an Open Daily www.michiganthyme.com appointment; walk-ins are always welcome. THE June 26, 2008 Page 45 State Parks Want Your Feedback If you visited an Indiana state park or reservoir in 2008, they would like for you to participate in an online survey about the quality of your experience. To participate, go to www.in.gov/dnr/healthy/. On the right hand side of the page is a link to the sur- vey, which takes about 10 minutes to complete. You will be asked to give feedback on everything from the picnic areas, park or reservoir staff, inn facilities, and your overall opinion of the park or reservoir. After completing the survey you will have the option of entering a drawing to win a 2009 State Park Pass. The survey will run through the end of October and provide valuable feedback on what you feel state parks and reservoirs are doing right and what they need to improve. Data will be used to help parks and reservoirs plan for the future.

Shirley Heinze Land Trust 2008 Hike Sat., June 28, 9 a.m.-noon. Springfi eld Fen, La- Porte County. Botanist Scott Namestnik of JF New will show us the many rare and interesting plants in this high quality wetland preserve. Group size limited to 15. The Springfi eld Fen hike is offered as part of the Shirley Heinze Land Trust’s 23rd annual se- ries of educational hikes and outings. The Heinze Land Trust is dedicated to preserving natural areas for future generations and to educating the public about the unique ecology of the dunes. Our outings are planned to be a pleasure as well as an education about some facet of our natural heritage in North- west Indiana. Contact the SHLT offi ce to sign up for this hikes Whether you’re the cooker, baker or eater... at (219) 879-4725 or by e-mail at land@heinzetrust. Molly Bea’s has over 1000 options org. For questions, e-mail Terry Bonace attbona CUSTOM GIFT BASKETS • WE SHIP [email protected]. The hike cost is $30.00. YOUR • Sugar Free & Gluten Free Products LICORICE • Organic, Kosher & Vegan Products • Local Honeys GLUTEN • Coffees & Teas • 100 + Spices, Nuts, Candies CENTER • Soups & Baking Ingredients FREE 761 Indian Boundary Road • Chesterton, Indiana 18 Artists on Line Gallery Exhibit 219-983-9401 • www.mollybeas.com • Daily 10-7, Sun 12-6 Next to Coldstone Creamery & El Salto, just east of Hwy. 49 near the I-94 interchange. 18 Artists on Line Gallery will be showing eclectic works of extraordinary expression at the old turn of the cuntury fi lm house, The Vickers Theatre, 6 N. Elm St., Three Oaks, MI. The exhibit will run July 2-28. The show, titled “Out of the Box and Beyond the Web #4,” will show pieces done by each artist that a Lampshade Specialty Shoppe is out of “their box,” Out of their comfort zone, so to speak. LAMPS- Vintage & Modern 18 Artists consists of artists with varied mediums from oil, acrylic, jewelry, fi ber art, watercolor, sculp- STERLING SILVER & PEARL JEWELRY ture, ceramics, and pastel. Some artists are showing nationally and in Chicago while others are emerg- FR • SA • SU • MO 11–5 (MI) ing. Works range from abstract to traditional. 900 W. Buffalo St., New Buffalo, MI A recption, open to the public, will be held Sat., 269-469-2742 July 26, noon-3 p.m. MI time. THE Page 46 June 26, 2008 LBCC Women’s Golf Leagues Long Beach Styling Salon 9 Hole League 219-872-6977 June 19, 2008 Presents Event: Club Manager’s Trophy

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Naturalist Jonathan “Jon” Wuepper is no strang- er to these pages, having been celebrated here for his knowledge of local fl ora and fauna. So it is entirely fi tting that we now come to know Jon Wuepper in his day job as Manager of the Cass District Library’s Local History Branch Library at 145 N. Broadway in Cassopolis, Michigan.

Branch Manager Jon Wuepper knows his way around a good old card catalog. That’s right – historian. For, as Jon Wuepper told us: “I think of myself as a historian, not a librar- ian.” Cassopolis has kept its Carnegie library continually in use since And the Local History Branch is the perfect place 1908 and now uses it as the Local History Branch Library. for our friend the historian to work because its mis- Jon told us during a recent outing with the Ber- sion “is to assist researchers in their search for in- rien Birding Club that he would be happy to give us formation relating to the history of Cass County, a private tour of the library Andrew Carnegie gave Michigan.” to LaGrange Township, Michigan in 1908. And so we Having grown up in neighboring Berrien County, happily drove east and north a bit to the county seat Michigan and studied Parks and Tourism (with an of Cass County on a stormy afternoon in the present emphasis on Environmental Education) at Michi- season for a delightful afternoon at a truly amazing gan State University, our friend Jon Wuepper is library with a truly knowledgeable historian. well suited to helping patrons unlock the mysteries of their families’ pasts. “We have,” he said, “the vital records of Cass County – birth records, death records, marriage re- cords, and newspapers on microfi lm. Ninety percent of the people who come here are doing genealogy re- search, and this is the meat-and-potatoes place for that kind of research. We get people from all over, and traffi c is light, so I like to sit with people and

An inviting repository of local history awaits you at 145 N. Broadway in Cassopolis. A call for local history from the local funeral home. THE June 26, 2008 Page 51 tell them what to look up – usually starting with fortunately, more moderate counsels prevailed, and birth and death records. Then we can go to the plat the Kentuckians agreed to go to Cassopolis and sub- maps and see where the family farm was. And I mit their case and proofs to the resident Justice.” like to leave them with a big stack of stuff that they And you need to go to Cassopolis, not only to learn won’t fi nd on the Internet or at home.” how the great Kentucky Raid was peacefully adju- Jon was just about to explain how he came to dicated, but to spend some quality time with a natu- have such a wonderful job when he fi elded a phone ralist who naturally knows more about local history call from the local funeral home seeking informa- than any two professors of a major university. tion about a deceased member of a client’s family. Without missing a beat, Jon Wuepper whipped over to the well organized microfi lm fi les, found the year for the CASSOPOLIS VIGILANT he was looking for, reeled to the exact date and copied the story of a woman’s fatal traffi c accident in 1954 for the funeral home. He called them and made arrange- ments for them to get the article, and then he ex- plained how he secured his dream job on September 22, 2001 when he was at the library doing research of his own. “I asked: Are you hiring? And they said yes. And, so, here I am.” And there he is six days a week searching obitu- ary fi les from the CASSOPOLIS VIGILANT from 1872 to the present, or researching the so-called “Kentucky Raid” for other historians. This man knows local history in Cassopolis. He is Jon Wuepper, The Local History Branch Library’s extensive in- Manager of the Local History Branch Library. formation on the latter, incidentally, is worth the I speak, of course, of Jonathan Wuepper, Local trip alone to Cassopolis, for that seminal event in History Branch Manager for the Cass District Li- 1847 prefi gured the Civil War by 14 years. brary. You will be pleased to fi nd Mr. Wuepper in the Jon Wuepper explained that the “area was settled comfortable confi nes of the Local History Branch Li- by Quakers from Pennsylvania who provided refuge brary at 145 N. Broadway Monday through Thurs- for runaway slaves. In 1847, a group of slave own- day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (EDT) and Saturday from ers from Kentucky came here to get their property 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Phone: 269/445-0412, or just take back, and there was nearly bloodshed when local U.S. 12 east just past Niles to Michigan 60, and abolitionists stood in their way.” Michigan 60 northeast into downtown Cassopolis. Andrew Carnegie’s 1908 gift to LaGrange Town- ship can be found 100 years later just past the only stoplight in town, on the left. There is plenty of free parking on the street, and you will be free to ex- plore all the local history and presettlement fl ora and fauna you’d like with naturalist/historian Jon Wuepper.

Natalie learns about the history of Cassopolis and Michigan at the Local History Branch Library.

Jon just happened to have a HISTORY OF CASS You will fi nd the Local History Branch Library at 145 N. Broadway in COUNTY at hand that handily explained: “A parley downtown Cassopolis, Michigan. Hours are Monday to Thursday from 9 was had, high words and threats exchanged, weap- a.m. to 4 p.m. (EDT) and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. ons drawn, and a bloody riot seemed imminent; but, Closed Friday. Phone: 269/445-0412. THE Page 52 June 26, 2008 Activities to Explore In the Local Area: June 25-26 -- Arts in the Park, concert & art ex- hibit, Fox Park, Clear Lake, LaPorte. 7-8 pm. Sit on Home Care benches or bring chair/blanket. Concession stand. June 25-July 5 -- “Little Women” (the musical) Services at Mainstreet Theatre, 807 Franklin St., MC. 8 pm Wed-Sat; also 2 pm Wed & 5 pm Sat. Tix $12.50/$14; Located in New Buffalo, MI reserve at 874-4269. No July 4 performance. June 26 -- Michigan City Municipal Band Con- We service Northwest Indiana cert. 8 pm. Held outside at the Foreman Amphithe- and Southwest Michigan ater in Washington Park. Free. Sit on the benches or bring blanket/ chair. Every Thurs. thru Aug. 21. We offer assistance with health care and June 26-30 -- At the Vickers Theatre: “Son of personal care needs. Rambow.” Offi cial Selection Sundance & Toronto Film Festivals. Rated PG-13. Thurs thru Mon 6:30 pm. Also showing: “Priceless.” French with subtitles. Nursing, physical therapy, home health aides Rated PG-13. Thurs/Fri 9 pm; Sat/Sun 4 & 9 pm; and homemakers available. Mon/9 pm. (All times MI time.) 6 N. Elm St., Three Oaks, MI. 269/756-3522. www.vickerstheatre.com For more information, call June 27 -- Summer Festival Event: Luau Fish Fry. 4-7 pm at Senior Center, Washington Park, MC. 1-800-352-6976 Tix $8. Halau Hula O Puanani Hula Dancers 6 pm. June 27 -- Vaudeville Spectacular at The Acorn Some services covered by Medicare and/or private insurance Theater featuring magician David Kovac, comedian Mark Faje and Manipulator & illusionist Arthur 102 S. Whittaker St. • New Buffalo, MI Trace. 8 pm MI time. Tix $20; reserve at 269/756- 3879. 107 Generations Dr., Three Oaks, MI. June 27-28 -- Outdoor Farmer’s Market at Schoolhouse Shop 278E 1500 N (north of US 20), Furnessville, IN. 10 am-4 pm. 219/926-1551. Send a Copy of June 27-29 -- “Steel Magnolias” at Dunes Sum- mer Theatre, 288 Shady Oak Dr., Michiana Shores, THE IN. Fri/Sat 8 pm, Sun 7 pm. Tix $15/adults, $12/se- niors & students; reserve at 219/879-7509 or www. dunessummertheatre.com June 28 -- Outdoor Farmer’s Market, 8th & Washington streets, MC. 8 am-noon or sell-out. June 28 -- Opera at The Acorn: A Tribute to to a Friend or Relative Mozart with soprano Christine Steyer, tenor John Concepcion, soprano Robin Blytch-Wiper & bari- BEACHER SUBSCRIPTION RATES tone Carl Ratner. 8 pm MI time. Tix $25; reserve at 269/756-3879. 107 Generations Dr., Three Oaks, Six Months ...... $21.00 MI. June 28-29 -- Summer Festival Events: Tune One Year ...... $38.00 & Test and Try It Again, Mud Bog Car Challenge. Washington Park, MC. Sat 1-5 pm (live entertain- THE ment), Sun 9 am-3 pm, food & refreshments avail. June 29 -- Beachwalk Art. Outdoor art exhibit and sale (paintings, jewelry, stained glass, etc.) at 911 Franklin Street Beachwalk Resort, 202 Beachwalk Lane, MC. Sun- Michigan City, IN 46360 days 10 am-5 pm thru Aug. 31. June 29 -- Summer Festival Event: LaPorte Co. Symphony Orchestra Concert. 8 pm at Guy Fore- Phone: 219/879-0088 man Amphitheatre, Washington Park, MC. Free. Fax: 219/879-8070 Parking fee applies. E-mail: [email protected] June 29 -- First Striebel Pond Concert featur- ing Duneland Chamber Ensemble. 2-3 pm corner THE June 26, 2008 Page 53 Hitchcock & Earl Rd., MC. Free.Presented by Music Comm. of Village Green Neighborhood Association. June 29 -- Sean Masterson’s Family Magic Show at The Acorn Theater, 107 Generations Dr., Three Oaks, MI. 3 pm MI time. Tix $10/adults, $7/kids un- der 12 yrs. Reserve at 269/756-3879. July 2 -- Noon Organ Recital at First Congrega- tional Church, 6th & Washington streets, MC. Free & open to public. This week’s organist: Jim Rodg- ers. July 4 -- Summer Festival Event: Patriotic Pro- gram. 8 am, Millennium Park, Washington Park, June 23 - August 15 MC. Free. Parking fee applies. Daily 9 am-12 pm cdst Places to Visit: Barker Mansion, 631 Washington St., Michigan Ages 3 thru 13 City. Adm. $4/adults, $2/kids 18 & under, free/kids Michiana Community Center under 3. Guided tours: Mon-Fri. 10 am, 11:30 am, 1 pm; Sat/Sun. noon, 2 pm. 219-873-1520. 4600 Cherokee, Michiana, MI Great Lakes Museum of Military History, 360 Arts & Crafts • Sports • Games Dunes Plaza, Michigan City. Open 9 am-4 pm, Tues- Fri; 10 am-4 pm Sat; noon-4 pm Sun; closed Mon. Well Supervised Staff Adm. $3/adults, $2/vets & senior citizens, $1/ages Providing fun for over 50 years 8-18, and free to under 8 and active military person- to the Beach Communities!! nel. Info 872-2702 or www.militaryhistorymuseum. org More Info - Call Kathy LaPorte County Historical Museum. 2405 Indiana 219-742-4350 Ave., LaPorte. Adm. $3/LaP. Co. resident; $5/out-of- county; $3/kids 12-17; free/under 12 yrs. 219/324- Sponsored by the Michiana Women’s Club 6767 or www.laportecountyhistory.org Lubeznik Center for the Arts, 101 W. 2nd St., Michigan City. Tues.-Fri., 10 am-5 pm; Sat-Sun, 11 am-4 pm. Closed Mon. Phone 874-4900. New Buffalo Railroad Museum, 530 S. Whittaker St., New Buffalo, MI. Mon-Fri, 9 am-5 pm; Sat, 10 am-3 pm, (MI time) Closed Sun. 269/469-5409. Carpet • Laminate • Wood • Ceramic Old Lighthouse Museum, Washington Park, MC. Opens for the season 1-4 pm, Tues.-Sun. Closed Mon. & holidays. Adm. $3/adults, $1/grades 9-12. Out with the Old, 50¢/grade school; free/under 5 yrs. Groups of 10 or more must make appointment at 872-6133. In with the New Rag Tops Museum of Michigan City, 209 W. Mich- igan Blvd., Michigan City. A collection of classic, We Install antique & unusual vehicles & memorabilia. Open every day 10 am-7 pm. Adm. $6/adults, $5/sen. cit, Shaw • Mohawk • Bruce • Tarkett $4/kids, free/under 3. 878-1514. Southern Shore Art Association Gallery, 724 HOURS: Shaw Credit Franklin St., Michigan City. Fri., 4-7 pm; Sat., noon- Mon-Fri 9-6 Phone 5 pm; Sun., 1-5 pm. 219-861-0186. http://southern- Sat 9-3 1 year, 219-879-3325 shoreart.org Closed Sunday no interest (879-DEAL) Washington Park Zoo, Lakefront, Michigan City. Open 7 days, 10 am-5 pm (gates close 4 pm). Adm. a y r MC resident (with ID); $4.50/adult, $3/seniors (62+) & kids 3-11 yrs. Non resident: $5.50/adult, $4/se- Providing the community 21 years with the niors & kids 3-11 yrs. Children under 12 yrs. not best in customer service and quality fl ooring. admitted without adult. Groups & special events, phone ahead 873-1510. Free Estimates •Professional Installation Farther Afi eld: Located 2 miles east of Marquette Mall off Hwy. 20 June 29 -- Outdoor farmer’s market New Buffalo. 636 Longwood Drive, Michigan City 9 am-2 pm MI time. Corner Whittaker & US 12. THE Page 54 June 26, 2008

All phases of interior & exterior remodeling and add ons On June 26, 1945, in San Francisco, 50 countries • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Siding • Roofi ng • Sun Porches • Decks affi xed their signatures to the United Nations char- • Sidewalks • Concrete Work • Driveways • Garages & Screen Rooms ter. The text of the charter was in fi ve languages: Chinese, English, French, Russian, and Spanish. • Quality Interior & Exterior Painting On June 26, 1959, President Dwight Eisenhower • Floor Leveled • Crawl Space Repair • Foundations • Custom Garages joined Britain’s Queen Elizabeth in ceremonies of- fi cially opening the St. Lawrence Seaway. On June 27, 1982, manned by two astronauts, the American space shuttle Columbia blasted off from SPRING SPECIAL! Cape Canaveral with the shuttle program’s fi rst Roofi ng, Siding military cargo. & Painting On June 27, 1989, Brig. General Elliott Thorpe, who delivered an unheeded warning that the Japa- nese were planning an attack on Pearl Harbor, died Residential • Commercial at the age of 91. Immediate On-Site Pricing On June 28, 1904, blind-deaf student Helen Keller graduated with honors from Radcliffe College. BOOK NOW! On June 28, 1919, the “Treaty of Versailles,” end- Offi ce 219/861-1070 • Mobile 219/229-4995 ing World War I, was signed in France. 3611 E U.S. 12, Michigan City On June 29, 1776, the Virginia state constitu- Licensed • Bonded • Insured • Since 1979 / Senior Discount tion was adopted, and Patrick Henry was made the state’s fi rst governor. On June 29, 1868, George E. Hale, one of America’s most noted astronomers, was born in Chicago. On June 30, 1859, 5,000 watched as French acro- bat Emile Blondin crossed Niagara Falls on a tight- rope. On June 30, 1936, Gone With The Wind, a Civil War novel by Margaret Mitchell, was published in New York. On June 30, 1971, the 26th Amendment to the Constitution, lowering the minimum voting age to 18, was ratifi ed. On July 1, 1804, France’s George Sand, the pen name of female novelist Aurore Lucie Dupin, was born in Paris. She gained sensational success with her novel Indiana, published in 1831, dealing with the sufferings of women. On July 1, 1862, Congress established the Bureau of Internal Revenue. On July 1, 1863, one of the world’s most decisive battles; the Civil War’s three day “Battle of Gettys- burg,” began. On July 2, 1776, the Continental Congress passed a resolution saying, “These United Colonies are, and of right, ought to be, Free and Independent States.” On July 2, 1955, the Lawrence Welk Show, one of the best loved shows ever to hit television, pre- miered on ABC. THE June 26, 2008 Page 55

FINISHING TOUCH: Residential & Specialty Cleaning Service CLASSIFIED Professional - Insured - Bonded - Uniformed CLASSIFIED RATES - (For First 2 Lines.) #1 in Customer Satisfaction. Phone 219/872-8817. 1-3 ads - $7.00 ea. •• 4 or more ads - $5.50 ea. (Additional lines- $1.00 ea.) MOTHER & DAUGHTER CLEANING SERVICE. PH: 219/879-0088 - FAX 219/879-8070. For all your cleaning needs with reasonable rates. Email: [email protected] Call Cathy 219-608-5410 or Michelle at 219-851-2443. CLASSIFIED ADS MUST BE RECEIVED BY DIANA’S HOUSECLEANING --- Call 219-879-6502. FRIDAY - 4:00 P.M. - PRIOR TO THE WEEK OF PUBLICATION FINAL TOUCH HOUSE CLEANING & WINDOW WASHING. PERSONAL Reasonable. Quality service. Ref. avail. Call Debbie at 219-879-1429. SPEAK THAI? Cultural anthropologist seeks fluent speaker to practice HOME MATTERS CLEANING SERVICE INC. his language skills. 1 hr./wk. over coffee, Michigan City area. Residential & Commercial accounts welcome. Dr. Steve Zolvinski, 219-872-4077, [email protected] Ref. avail. Bonded & insured. Melissa 219-785-2364. $500/month to Host Int’l Student attending Marquette Catholic. ANOTHER YOU. Residential/Commercial Cleaning. Contact [email protected]. 1-888-89-FORTE. Construction Clean-up. Insured. Call Cristy 219-861-7762. PERSONAL SERVICES HOUSE CLEANING, daily or weekly, good references. SAVE YOUR PRECIOUS MEMORIES DIGITALLY ON CDs OR DVDs You can call Erika at 219-379-7699 or 219-879-3699. Home movies-slides-pictures transferred to CDs or DVDs HANDYMAN-HOME REPAIR-PLUMBING Wedding & Event Documentation. QUALITY CARPENTRY: Expert remodeling of kitchens, bathrooms. Corporate and Industrial Video Productions Also: doors, windows, skylights, ceramic tile, drywall, decks & repairs. Contact: Patrick Landers at Midwest Video Communications Small jobs welcome. Call Ed at 219/878-1791. 219-879-8433 or [email protected] HANDYMAN - Antenna service. Phone & TV jacks. House wiring. LIVE-IN CAREGIVERS AND MORE, INC. Sinks. Toilets. Countertops. Carpentry. Full house rehab work. Local Employment Agency Beach Stairway Repair & Refurbishing. helps people maintain their independence in the DR. TOM’S SERVICE CLINIC - 219/778-4036 security of their own homes since 1998 We provide: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 7 days/24 hours care and attention • day or night shift assistance HIRE Sue’s HUSBAND • limited medical/nursing services • medication management Is your list of household repair & maintenance projects growing? • meal preparation • light housekeeping Small jobs welcome. - Quality Work. -- Call Ed Berent Call (219) 872-6221 leave message @ 219/879-8200. An alternative to nursing home • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • IT Computer Services H & H HOME REPAIR Lessons - Repairs - Upgrades – Consulting We specialize in: •Carpentry •Finished Basements •New Baths Web Pages -Wireless Networking - Data Recovery •Electrical *Plumbing •Flooring •Drywall/Painting. 219-874-2398 [email protected] Family owned 45 years. Jeffery & Scott Human, owners -- 219/861-1990. THE JUNK MAN – It’s spring clean up time again! We haul away any junk large or small. Very reasonable. 219-872-2695 or 219-210-5095. BILL SMART – Carpentry • Electrical • Plumbing Winter watch service and sump pump replacement. IN HOME ELDER CARE AND COMPANION. Serving Harbor Country since 2001 • 269-469-4407. Assist with all in home and travel needs. Refs. Avail. CNA & CPR. Over 25 yrs. exp. Call Tricia 219-221-2347. HALE’S MASONRY. Brick, Block, Cultured Stone, Stone, Paving Brick, Tuckpointing, Retaining Walls, Glass Block, Chimney, new and repair. SELF IMPROVEMENT - INSTRUCTIONS 32 years experience. Call 219-879-8029. PROFESSIONAL TEACHER/ENTERTAINER CHIMNEYS – GLASS BLOCK WINDOWS – ALL MASONRY REPAIRS Entertainment and Lessons. Call 219/872-1217. Gene Burke 219-324-8702 (LaP.) or 219-229-4109 (M.C.). EXPERIENCED MUSICIAN will give piano lessons for $25 for ½ hr. Please call 219-879-7934. PAINTING-DRYWALL-WALLPAPER WISTHOFF PAINTING -- REFERENCES HEALTH & PHYSICAL FITNESS Small Jobs Welcome -- Call 219/874-5279 • • • MASSAGE THERAPY & WELLNESS CENTER • • • JEFFERY J. HUMAN INTERIOR/EXTERIOR PAINTING & STAINING Therapeutic Massage • Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine • Custom Decorating - Custom Woodwork - Hang/Finish Drywall Reflexology • Heated Stone Therapy • Salt Scrub • Pregnancy Massage • Power Washing – Deck Services - Wallpaper Removal • Healing Touch • Chair Massage & Wellness Programs for Business • 28-Years experience. Insured. Ph. 219/861-1990. Qigong • Personal Fitness • Gift Certificates THE A & L PAINTING COMPANY -- INTERIOR & EXTERIOR www.wellness-specialists.com 20-YEARS EXPERIENCE. Also Power Wash, Seal & Paint Decks. 1026 N Karwick Rd. 219-879-5722 (Mon-Sat) Seniors (65+) 10% off labor. References. Reasonable. Phone or fax For Evening/Weekend Appointments, Call our New Buffalo 219/778-4145. Cell phone days 219/363-5450 Location at the Harbor Grand Hotel 888-605-6800. LAKE SHORE PAINTING & PRESSURE CLEANING. ACUPUNCTURE & HERBAL MEDICINE CENTER Free estimates. Call 219-872-6424 and ask for LeRoy. Jennifer Huang, Licensed Acupuncturist -- Call 219/879-2100. WAYNE’S PAINTING. From top to bottom, interior/exterior. Painting, ATTN: LOSE UP TO 30 LBS. IN 30 DAYS. $30 + s/h staining, decks, pressure washing. Free est. Fully insured. 13 yrs. exp. DR. RECOMMENDED. CALL 1-866-285-7590. 219-363-7877 days; 219-778-2549 evenings. Ask for Wayne. CLEANING - HOUSEKEEPING ROBERT ALLEN & ASSOCIATES, INC. – Painting & Decorating PERSONAL TOUCH CLEANING -- Homes - Condos - Offices. Interior-Exterior. Custom Painting. Wall Coverings. Drywall Repair Day and afternoons available. - Call Darla at 219/879-2468. Insured. Competitive Rates. Reliable. Call 219-840-1581. SUZANNE’S CLEANING PETERSEN PREMIUM FINISHES 219/326-5578. Int/Ext painting, drywall finishing & repair, wallpaper removal. CLEANING SOLUTIONS. Home & office cleaning services, Pressure Washing & Deck Staining. Customer satisfaction priority No. 1. 10 yrs. exp. Insured, free estimates. Call 219-210-0580. 20 yrs. exp. Ref. Insured. Call 219-363-0247 or 219-369-9151. When You Want Perfection -- Insured & Bonded DUNIVAN PAINTING & POWERWASHING JP’s HOUSE & DECK CLEANING Interior/Exterior Painting •Deck Staining. Home - Business - Rental - Construction Local. Exp. Insured. Reasonable Rates. Call Brian at 219-741-0481. Power Wash & Deck Staining PREMIER POWER WASH and STAINING. Decks, Fences, Concrete, J.P. 219-874-3714 or 219-221-1412 Houses. Resealing. Gutter Cleaning. Insured. Call 219-363-0475. THE Page 56 June 26, 2008

TIM’S PAINTING KEENE CONSTRUCTION / MAINTENANCE Interior & exterior painting, pressure washing and/or hand washing, Lawn Care • Property Maintenance • Spring/Fall Clean-up gutter cleaning, exterior window washing. Free estimates. Decks • Repair Work • Power Washing Call Tim at 219-861-7965. Locally owned • Insured • 219-861-7041 MD PRESSURE WASHING [email protected] 10 yrs. experience. Call 773-677-9524 or 269-612-0910. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES P LANDSCAPE-Lawns-Clean Up, Etc. P ATTENTION DRIVERS willing to train to obtain CDL! H & D TREE SERVICE and LANDSCAPING, INC. -- NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! TMC Transportation needs drivers. Full service tree and shrub care. Trimming, planting, removal. Guaranteed weekly earnings. Premium equipment and benefits. Firewood, snowplowing, excavating. -- Call 872-7290. Excellent earning potential and still be OFF WEEKENDS! FREE ESTIMATES It’s not a job, it’s a future! FOR CDL Training through Commercial Driver Institute in South Bend, IN. Call today. - 1-800-882-7364 HEALY’S LANDSCAPE & STONE AC0064 219/879-5150 -- FAX 219-879-5344 http://www.healysland.com - [email protected] WANT TO SELL Voted: BEST LANDSCAPE SUPPLY YARD IN N.W. INDIANA! BEST EASELS – PENS GALORE – PAPER TOO AT FIRME’S 15+ Types of Flagstone, 30+ Types of Stone, (2 Stores) 11th & Franklin Streets, Michigan City - 219/874-3455 Granite boulders, River Rock, Decorative gravel, Mulch, Hwy 12, Beverly Shores - Just West of Traffic Light - 219/874-4003 Mushroom Compost, Sand, Topsoil Landscaping, Stonescaping, Ponds, Patios, Walls, Pavers, Bricks LONG BEACH COUNTRY CLUB PATIO/POOL FURNITURE Complete Landscape Design & Installation! utilized for two seasons. 26 chaise loungers and 14 chairs. White Frame with green strapping. Also 5 brand new 9’ patio umbrellas, Dunegrass, Perennials, Evergreens, Grasses, Groundcovers, comm. grade, hunter green, in box. (219) 872-0689 Suzanna. Annuals all sold at below RETAIL Cost! HARBERT ROAD & RED ARROW HWY GARAGE SALE. Art display ★★ H&S SERVICES --2621 E. US HIGHWAY 12 ★★ panels, assorted frames, Plexiglas, art. Llardo: “Spring Serenade.” Call 219/872-8946 Swarovski crystal, household goods, antique linens. Visa/MasterCard. Let Us Be Your One Stop Shop June 27, 8am-3pm; June 28, 8am-1pm. 13686 Wallenberg, Harbert, MI. Now accepting new maintenance customers Colored Mulch - Topsoil - River Rock REAL ESTATE Retaining Wall Blocks - Natural Stone COMMERCIAL – RENTALS/LEASE/SELL ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ ADDIE’S LAWN MAINTENANCE • Residential & Commercial GARAGE AND BASEMENT OVERSTUFFED? Yard Clean-Up • Mowing • Aeration • Thatching • Ext. Power GOLDEN SANDES STORE AND LOCK. Wash, Stain & Seal • Free Est. Call 219-879-2017 or 219-448-0900. 4407 E. U.S. 12 (@ Hwy. 212) ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ Michigan City, IN. 219/879-5616. ✩ ★ JIM’S LAWN SERVICE –WEEKLY RATES ✩ ★ CALL 219-879-3733 -- Leave message. OFFICE SUITE. 3 private offices and reception area. Expenses, except phone, paid. Well maintained, high traffic area. 2811 E. Michigan Blvd., • SANDCASTLE LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE • Michigan City. (219) 879-9188, 879-2700. Time to think Spring Clean-up. Free est. Call Mick 219-878-3032. JEFF’S LAWN CUTTING & MAINT. Is your grass long? Don’t go wrong! RENTALS INDIANA Sm. Lawn $10; Med. Lawn $15; Lg. Lawn $20. Cut wkly. HOUSE FOR RENT IN LONG BEACH Call 219-872-7622 or 219-561-1278. 3/BR. Across from lake. Great view & beach. Call 219/874-8692. Free estimates. Heavenly Work at Earthly Prices. LONG BEACH COZY 4/BR HOUSE AT STOP 15 (Across from Beach) PAT’S TREE SERVICE. Fireplace and Large Deck. No pets. Call 708/370-1745. Complete tree and landscaping service. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Experts in storm damage. Licensed and insured. Free estimates. DUNESCAPE BEACH CLUB Call 219-362-5058. LAKEFRONT CONDOS -- 2 and 3 bedrooms. Landscaping by: SMALL’S GARDEN CENTER Avail. May-Sept. -- $1,200 to $2,000 per week. Custom Landscape Designs & Installation: DUNESCAPE REALTY - 219/872-0588. Retaining Walls –Block, Boulder, Timber, Ledge Rock SHERIDAN BEACH-YEAR ROUND-FULLY FURNISHED. Brick—Patio, Walks, Driveways Completely remodeled 1st flr. 2BR, 1BA apt. just steps away from the Flagstone—Walks, Patio, Walls beach at 310 Colfax. New small kitchen appliances, furniture, TV/DVD, Ponds & Waterfalls—Complete Excavating/Site Preparation A/C units. Private entrance. Available Aug. 3rd.$650/mo + NIPSCO. Call Clean-ups—Hydro Seeding & Sodding—Dunegrass 708-372-6898. 13 ACRE GARDEN CENTER: Shade Trees—Evergreens, Shrubs, HOUSE FOR RENT-OGDEN DUNES. Quiet semi-private beach commu- Ground Cover & Perennials. Statuary, Fountains, Birdbaths, Pottery nity. 3BR, 1.5BA, sleeps 6+2. Gas BBQ, big deck, screened porch, A/C, We Deliver Pulverized Topsoil, Mulch, Decorative Stone, Satellite TV, stereo, all linens. Sat/Sun rentals $1200. Driveway Stone, Sand, Paving Brick, Boulders, Great family location. Flagstone (White, Chestnut, Blue): Cut Drywall, Outcropping, Steppers, Cell 219-730-6486, H 219-763-3088. 219-778-2568. 1551 E. Hwy 20, LaPorte, IN 46350 SMALL’S EXCAVATING • 219-778-2568 MERRION & ASSOCIATES REALTORS Bulldozing • Excavating • Payloader Demolition SEASONAL & YEAR ROUND RENTALS available as well as • Driveways • Site Preparation • We Dig Ponds or Lakes. commercial space. Visit www.MerrionRealty.com or call 219-872-4000. CHARMING VINTAGE MICHIANA COTTAGE – ¼ blk. from lake, Stop 37. Furn., delightful décor, 3BR, 2BA, brand new beds & pillows, sleeps FERTILIZATION PROGRAMS 8-9. C/A, frpl, screen porch off lg. kitchen, BBQ, wrap-around deck, loft customized for you and your property end deck off master BR, D/W, W/D, Cable TV/DVD/VCR, • Crabgrass prevention • weed control • insect control all util. except phone. Ask about our complete property management For info email: [email protected] Phone Judy 847-814-8215. Lots of discounts available. Call 219-872-9326 HARBOR COUNTRY: Unique cottage with large, two story living Licensed and Insured. space. 2/BR, 2/Baths. Can sleep 6. Large screened porch. Lovely Traditions Lawn Care terrace & garden. Gourmet kitchen. W/D. A/C. Cable, TV/DVD, Stereo. All linens. Bicycles. 8 blocks to beautiful beach. Sat./Sat. rental, $1,200/wk. Photos avail. A must see. 773/929-2295. CURB APPEAL. Mowings, yard maintenance, landscaping, HOUSE FOR RENT ON LAKE SHORE DRIVE hedges trimmed, fall clean-up. Over 13 yrs. exp. 3/BR, 2BA. A/C. Frpl., W/D. Summer rentals avail. Licensed/Insured. Cell 219-369-6392 or cell 219-448-1425. Also avail Sept thru May. $850/mo + util. Call 708/424-8756. THE June 26, 2008 Page 57

LONG BEACH EXECUTIVE HOUSE RENTAL. SUMMER 2008 3BR, 2 FULL BATHS. One block down from Duneland Beach Inn. Stop 29, overlooking lake. Fantastic decks/views. 3BR, 2BA, A/C, W/D, $850/wk., $450/weekend. Call (773) 238-4228. cable TV, WIFI, high spd Internet, and more. NO PETS/NO SMOKING. RENOVATED BARN. 1800 sq.ft. Full basement, new appliances, new Choice weeks still avail. $3,100/wk. 2WK AND MONTHLY RATES construction, attached garage. 15 mins. to South Bend or Michigan City. www.vrbo.com/168866 or call 630-337-6220. 5883 N 800 East, New Carlisle. $1,080/mo. CLASSIC BEACH COTTAGE IN SHERIDAN BEACH.. Avail. 7/5-12 & Call 219-608-4478 or email: [email protected] 7/19-26. Sleeps up to 10. Remodeled and very clean. 5BR, 2-1/2BA. RENTALS MICHIGAN Call Linda at 708-784-1465 or www.vrbo.com/56490 MICHIGAN, New Buffalo, Village of Grand Beach. Lake front home, LONG BEACH STOP 28 SUMMER RENTAL. 3BR, 1BA, A/C, W/D, just 42 steps down to this private beach on Lake Michigan. Enjoy grill & deck. Short walk to beach and park. $950/wk. magnificent sunsets from this lakeside deck and living room. This Inquiries: 317-716-7321; www.vrbo.com/#172426. cozy 3BR is completely furn. Available in July & Aug. for $2,000/week 4BR, 2.5BA AT STOP 26 on hillside with view of lake. and June & Sept. for $1,250/week. For more info call 708-212-1637. Front deck, back screened porch with hot tub. Call 219-879-0615. 2BR, 2.5BA furnished lakefront condo in Warwick Shores, SHERIDAN BEACH SUMMER RENTAL. Cozy knotty pine cottage. New Buffalo. Call (269) 469-0300 days, or (269) 469-5929 evenings. 4BR, 2BA, cable, C/A. 1/2 blk. from beach. Close to outlet, park and zoo. CHARMING, SUNNY YEAR ROUND RENTAL. NEW BUFFALO. $1000/wk. Contact Pam 708-383-2635. 2 blocks to town and beach. 3BR, 3BA, large deck. Weekly $1600. LONG BEACH HOUSE FOR RENT - Great location, very close to beach Call 773-251-1714. and park. 4/BR, 2/Bath. A/C. W/D, D/W. Deck w/BBQ. STOP 41. LUXURY NEW CONSTRUCTION. Sleeps 8-10, Avail. now to 6/28 or after 7/26 for short/long term rental. 312-953-9570. screened porch, covered porch, deck. Avail. wkly. LONG BEACH SUMMER RENTAL. Beachfront house at Stop 29. Email: [email protected] or 708-430-9933. 3BR, 2.5BA. A/C, modern appliances. MICHIANA, 3922 PONCHARTRAIN. 3BR, 1blk. from lake. A/C. No pets. By week or month. Call Jim at 773-405-9879. Avail. last week July and first week of Aug. $1500/wk. Call 269-469-3498. ***SUMMER RENTAL–HOUSE ON STOP 16*** H REAL ESTATE FOR SALE H 3BR, Fam. Rm., 2-1/2BA, A/C, W/D, BBQ Cable, Private Beach! Call 630-363-3176. INDIANA-LaPorte on Pine Lake in Shore Acres. ½ blk. to the beach. Totally rehabbed spacious ranch on 3 lots. $199,000. Call 708-212-1637. 5BR, 3BA ½ BLOCK TO BEACH AND PARK. Large patio, screened porch and hot tub. Avail. July 26. Call 312-431-9337. MICHIANA SHORES AREA, IN, wooded bldg. sites. City sewer & water. 80 ft. x 130 ft. Elmwood Drive. $129,000. Broker/owner 239-283-2437. HOUSE FOR RENT ON LAKE SHORE DRIVE. nd 4BR, 2BA Deck, Lake Views, All Amenities. Summer rentals available, MC CONDO 1BR, 2 single bed. 1BA, living room, utility room, also avail. Winter ‘08. $800/mo. + util. Call 708-349-0442. all appliances included. 50 ft. boat slip. $209,000. Call 219-742-4160. 5BR, 2BA, fully remodeded, 2 car garage. SHORELAND HILLS – Short walk to deeded beach. 3BR, 2BA ranch. C/A, hardwood floors, 2 fireplaces., 2 car garage. Weekly or monthly rates. Call 219-221-0989. $349,500. (219) 879-0793. SHORELAND HILLS – 3BR, 2BA. Short walk to Stop 31 beach. LONG BEACH POINTE CONDO – 1BR. Includes garage, W/D. Sleeps 9 adults + 2 cribs. Large yard w/deck & BBQ. Big screen TV, Will lease with option to buy. $89,500. Call 219-878-8130. cable/DVD/VCR. A/C, D/W, W/D. $1000/wk. Call 773-562-6561. 3BR, 2 FULL BATHS. Duneland Beach home on 2 lots. DUNELAND BEACH STOP 33 summer and fall rental. 4BR. Beautiful screened porch. $359,900. Call (773) 238-4228. 1 block from beach. Local phone, cable, A/C, W/D. Call 219-874-4660 or e-mail [email protected] 4038 E SR 2, ROLLING PRAIRIE. $347,500. Great location between Hwy 2 & 20. All brick, wooded lot, 4 fireplaces, finished walk-out basement, CHARMING LONG BEACH TWO STORY HOME almost 5 acres. Beautiful country setting will make you feel relaxed Stop 20 - Newly redone - 4/BR, 2/Bath. Furnished - No Pets. and at peace with the world. Call Sue Szilagyi 219/608-4478. S&W Realty. Washer/dryer. 1/4 Block to beach. $750/mo + utilities. Avail Sept’08 - June ‘09 - Call 708/717-8883. “GREEN HOME” IN ROLLING PRAIRIE, IN. Over 5,000 sq.ft. PLUS a huge patio with 6 sets of patio doors and a brick fireplace. CHARMING, TOTALLY REMODEDLED 1BR, 1BA APT. Solar, geothermal heat, electric bills are $94.00/month! MUST SEE. Everything new. Furnished. Walk to Lake Michigan. 11 West Ludlow, Rolling Prairie. $325,000. Weekly, monthly, yearly. 954-816-7765 or 800-650-1494. Call Sue 219-608-4478 or email her at [email protected] S&W Realty. STOP 29. 3 blks. from lake. 4BR/2.5BA situated on 2.5 lots. Central air, updated kitchen and baths, wdbfp, library/office. Avail. Aug/Sept. $1,500/mo. + util. Yearly Lease. Call 219-879-1311 or 219-229-2557 or [email protected] Drawing Workshop DUNELAND BEACH STOP 33 summer & fall rental. The Cluttered Cupboard, 10151 US Rt. 12, Michi- 4BR, 1 blk. from beach. Local phone, cable, A/C, W/D. Call 219-874-4660 or e-mail [email protected] gan City, is dedicated to the art of doing something SHERIDAN BEACH RUSTIC COTTAGE near Beachwalk. creative everyday, according to owner Sandi Thay- Sleeps 7 +2. Half block to beach. $150-$175 per night. 219-879-9319. er. The new shop is located in the former bingo hall “THE SUMMER PLACE” at Stop 33. Available July thru August. across from Michiana Shores. 2 blocks from beach. Charming décor, beautiful surroundings, To that end, she is offering a Drawing Workshop, 4BR, 2BA, family room with fireplace. Patio, deck, sun porch. A/C, W/D. No pets, no smoking. Call 708-784-9866. July 9 & 10, 3-5 p.m. each day, with instructor “Mac” 2BR, 2.5BA MEGALOFT AT KARWICK GLEN. 2 car garage included. Millan, a local multi-talented artist who she says $1150/mo.+ util. Call Pat at C-21 Middleton 219-871-9385. can bring out that creative side in every age artist. FALL RENTAL -- CHARMING COUNTRY HOME - STOP 33 The fi rst six students to sign up are free. A total Sept. thru May 31. 2 blks. from lake. Fully furnished, well decorated. of 15 students will be accepted, both adults and chil- 3BR, 2BA. Family room w/fireplace. Sun room. 2 car garage. A/C. W/D. Patio & deck. No pets, no smoking. Call 708-784-9866. dren are welcome. BEAUTIFUL LB POINTE TOWNHOUSE. 2BR, 1.5BA. Association pool. The cost is $25 for the two days of classes. Phone Yearly rental. All util. incl’d. Will rent furnished. Call 219-210-7691. 874-5399 to sign up. ON LAKE SIDE IN LONG BEACH. Summer Rental. 2BR, Fla. Room, L.R. w/fireplace, Dinette, Kitchen. Weekly or monthly. No pets. Call 219-874-6969 or 219-879-9275. LONG BEACH WINTER RENTAL. Sept.-May or thereabout. 3BR, 2BA, John Lloyd Wright home. Clean and nicely decorated. All amenities with lg. deck. 100 yds. to great beach. $840/mo. Call 708-205-5100. THE Page 58 June 26, 2008

Not in the Flesh by Ruth Rendell obviously manage the man’s affairs to- This novel marks the twenty-fi rst in- gether. stallment of the Inspector Wexford series Then there’s the younger Grimble who is taking place in the small town of Kings- bitter because the town won’t let him build markham, England. I’ve never read Ruth four houses on the property where the two Rendell before, but I fi gure that anyone bodies were found. He admits to chasing who can write twenty novels about the off some travelers who were squatting on same person and keep selling books, must the land, but is that the whole story? be one heck of a writer! In fact, Time mag- Adding dimension to the murder mys- azine calls Rendell “the best mystery writ- teries, there’s an interesting side story er in the English-speaking world.” And I Rendell includes that shows the scope of now add my” amen!” to that statement… nationalities included in this small town When Jim Belbury’s brother died, he in- and a humanitarian slant by incorporat- herited the man’s dog, a truffl e-hunting dog whose ing the problem of female genital mutilation among keen nose had brought the brother a nice piece of the Somalian community in the town. An ancient money from local restaurants who paid well for the tradition, apparently still practiced among some, gourmet fungi. There was a nice bit of grown over the mutilation is done to girls as young as fi ve land in the neighborhood of Flagford that Jim de- years. The British government of course frowns on cided to take the dog to and see if he could cash in such a barbaric practice stemming from ignorance on the truffl e fi nding business, too. Jim got decid- and a long history among the immigrants, but can edly more than he bargained for as the dog turned do nothing until the act has actually taken place. up a human hand… Inspector Wexford is approached by a waitress in After the rest of the body was dug up, it was de- A Passage to India Restaurant about her younger termined it was that of a man who died eleven years sister she is fearful will fall under the same fate. ago. And it was obvious that he had been wrapped Wexford sends around a policewoman and a social in a sheet and buried in an unused trench. But who worker to check on the family, but all seems well was he? That seems to be the question no one can under the family goes on holiday and brings back answer. Initial visits to the neighborhood’s strange an “auntie” to live with them. It looks like time is assortment of residents turns up nothing of value, running out for the little sister… so Wexford must start with checking past records of These storylines and characters blend together so missing persons. The list is surprisingly long --ap- well that you will fi nd yourself working out details parently quite a few people in that part of England in your head about what could have happened to had gone missing in the past ten years or so. who, and maybe, like me, you will give an “Aha!” Looking for clues in an abandoned house nearby, when you fi nd out you were right about some aspect Inspector Wexford is stunned to fi nd yet another of the story.Ruth Rendell’s that kind of writer--she body. This time another man who had died about pulls you into the story slowly but surely and takes three years ago. There was no doubt that this man her time in expanding people and places until you was killed in the bathroom and dragged down into get a real feel for Inspector Wexford and his crew the cellar. Was there a connection to the other dead and the English countryside. A great summer read! man? Writing since 1964, Ruth Rendell has become a The police think they have narrowed the search mainstay of world literature with her books trans- for two particular men, but when DNA tests prove lated into twenty-fi ve languages. She has won so they are not the dead men, Wexford fi nds himself many awards, it almost defi es description! How back at square one, and back to looking into the about the Crime Writers’ Association Gold Dagger, neighbors’ stories. the Arts Council National Book Award, the Silver Characters abound in this fascinating story. Dagger, the Gold Dagger, the Sunday Times Liter- Take Mr. and Mrs. McNeil who lived across from ary Award, and the piéce de résistance, the Crime the abandoned house once owned by the late Mr. Writers’ Association Cartier Diamond Dagger for Grimble. Mr. McNeil is also dead now, but the wife outstanding contribution to the genre. Ruth is Brit- admits they watched the house, and even entered it, ish and lives in London. after the old man died…could they have seen some- Praise for her writing comes from such sources as thing she is afraid to admit to? Then there’s the dy- The New York Times Book Review which called her ing author Owen Tredown who lives with both his “The queen of the psychological suspense novel.” wife and his ex-wife. A strange situation to be sure, Till next time, happy reading and happy fi rst but it seems the two women get along just fi ne and week of summer! THE June 26, 2008 Page 59

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